EDIT: This solution, although still functional, is negated by the fact that the iPhone's new Carrier Settings allows the editing of the APN, which is a much simpler solution. Simply sync your iPhone with iTunes and the prompt to update the carrier settings should appear. If not, simply click on Check for Update to make it appear.

Thanks.


By default, the iPhone is setup to recognize your Globe SIM and automatically configure the APN (Access Point Note) with the address internet.globe.com.ph. With this setting, when not on Wi-Fi, each time you tap on Internet-connected apps like Safari, Mail, AppStore, Weather, Maps and Stocks, the iPhone will connect to the Internet via Mobile Data (3G, EDGE or GPRS). Except for those with an iPhone plan (which provides 40, 60 or 100 free hours, depending on the plan), these services aren't free. Being that the touch screen is sensitive, it is very easy to accidentally tap on one of these Internet-connected apps.

To avoid being charged for accidental Mobile Data usage, all one has to do is to edit the APN with the wrong address. This will effectively disable Mobile Data. To edit the APN, just navigate your iPhone to Settings > General > Network > Cellular Data Network, Change the APN by either omitting the last letter or adding another character at the end (i.e. "internet.globe.com.p" or "internet.globe.com.phh")

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The original post that started this thread:
Thanks to http://brent.kearneys.ca, I now have a way to disable EDGE by using iPhone 2.0's mobileconfig and Profiles features.

As of this writing, in iPhone 2.0, there is no easy way to disable EDGE/GPRS. nor edit the APN.

There is a mobileconfig file that will do that for you easily. In this file, the APN has been set to "null". All you have to do is download it and email it to yourself. Open the email in the iPhone and tap on the attachment You will be prompted to install the configuration.

If you want to revert to your original settings, simply navigate to Settings > General > Profile and then REMOVE the APN Disabler Profile.

The file can be obtained here: http://homepage.mac.com/elbertcuenca/apn-disabler.mobileconfig

(if it downloads as .txt, simply rename and remove the .txt extension so it retains the .mobileconfig extension instead)

P.S. you can trust the config file. I checked its contents and I'm currently using it. It's perfectly safe.

Once you've reverted to your original settings, is there a way to again disable EDGE or do you have to go through the process of installing the configuration?

Does the iPhone keep a constant connection to the data network or does it connect only whe needed? (Assuming that any push services or periodic checks of email, etc are turned off) This is important for "time" based data rates. Don't want the iPhone connected 24/7!

thanks for the tip elbert!

It is possible for me to create another mobileconfig file that has the proper APN, so that you can simply switch between Profiles, but it'll be specific to a carrier. Give me some time as I'm about to step out.

Simply REMOVE the config and it reverts. If you want to remove the APN again, simply go back to the email and install the mobileconfig file again.

Is this the same as the Carrier Settings Update when you sync to iTunes?

I just wanna ask because before I updated my carrier settings, I don't have options under Network at all. After that, I now have the option to key in my APN/Username/Password.

I can edit the apn settings on my iphone 2.0.

i think this workaround is only for GLOBE subscribers. i'm on SMART and i can edit my APN without any problems.

I'm also on Smart.

Interesting that this doesn't affect SMART users. I presume it's the same SUN users. I guess this means that iPhone 2.0 has Globe's network settings in it but not Smart's.

hmm maybe insert smart/sun sim to change the apn then insert back the globe sim?

There are two more ways to change APN settings for Globe users with iPhones on 2.0 firmware.

Option 1:
1. Connect via SSH or iPhoneBrowser.
2. Once connected, go to /System/Library/Carrier Bundles.
3. You’ll see a lot of numbers. Don’t worry. Scroll down to end of the list to find human-readable names and choose your carrier.
4. Download carrier.plist.
5. Double-click it to open it with Property List Editor.
6. Go to Root>apns>0 and change the value of apn (It’s sufficient to add an extra word, e.g. offline, so you can later on undo the changes you made).
7. Save and upload the file to the same directory where you initially downloaded it.
8. Restart your iPhone and turn off Airplane Mode. You can try if it worked by turning off Wi-Fi and trying to access a web page. If it says “Unable to Connect,” you did everything right.

Option 2:
Navitage to http://www.unlockit.co.nz/ (http://www.unlockit.co.nz/) using your iPhone, and follow the steps outlined in the site.

Credit for the instructions above goes to ninsss of applei.ph. :-)

Thanks to http://brent.kearneys.ca, I now have a way to disable EDGE by using iPhone 2.0's mobileconfig and Profiles features.

As of this writing, in iPhone 2.0, there is no easy way to disable EDGE/GPRS. nor edit the APN.

There is a mobileconfig file that will do that for you easily. In this file, the AON has been set to "null". All you have to do is download it and email it to yourself. Open the email in the iPhone and tap on the attachment You will be prompted to install the configuration.

If you want to revert to your original settings, simply navigate to Settings > General > Profile and then REMOVE the APN Disabler Profile.

The file can be obtained here: http://homepage.mac.com/elbertcuenca/apn-disabler.mobileconfig

(if it downloads as .txt, simply rename and remove the .txt extension so it retains the .mobileconfig extension instead)

P.S. you can trust the config file. I checked its contents and I'm currently using it. It's perfectly safe.

Been looking for this. Thanks!

I made a tutorial on how you can be able to edit the APN of Globe on FW 2.0 here. (http://www.applei.ph/one/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=28&func=view&catid=48&id=10971#10971)

Using this method, the correct APN (internet.globe.com.ph) is enabled by default BUT you'll be able to edit the APN to make it wrong, hence turning off the EDGE/GPRS. (example: internet.globe.com.ph1 would turn OFF EDGE/GPRS). You'll only need to SSH once and you'll be able to edit Globe's APN na. :)

HTH :)

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I made a tutorial on how you can be able to edit the APN of Globe on FW 2.0 here. (http://www.applei.ph/one/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=28&func=view&catid=48&id=10971#10971)

Using this method, the correct APN (internet.globe.com.ph) is enabled by default BUT you'll be able to edit the APN to make it wrong, hence turning off the EDGE/GPRS. (example: internet.globe.com.ph1 would turn OFF EDGE/GPRS). You'll only need to SSH once and you'll be able to edit Globe's APN na. :)

HTH :)

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Cool:cool: . It worked. Thanks for the tip.

thanks elbert. works fine. :D

@doblezeta - it works! note lang, for those who put the previous hack (the carrier bundle hack for 1.1.x), you'll have 2 folders: GLOBE_PH and Globe_ph.bundle. modifying the carrier.plist in the Globe_ph.bundle folder doesnt do anything. Edit the one in the GLOBE_PH folder. :)

this is genius. i've been trying to look for a solution until i stumbled upon your post elbert. thanks, man!

Won't just turning off Data Roaming effectively disable EDGE?

how about sa globe prepaid users? any luck?

I made a tutorial on how you can be able to edit the APN of Globe on FW 2.0 here. (http://www.applei.ph/one/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=28&func=view&catid=48&id=10971#10971)

Using this method, the correct APN (internet.globe.com.ph) is enabled by default BUT you'll be able to edit the APN to make it wrong, hence turning off the EDGE/GPRS. (example: internet.globe.com.ph1 would turn OFF EDGE/GPRS). You'll only need to SSH once and you'll be able to edit Globe's APN na. :)

HTH :)

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Can somebody please post the method here? I can't seem to be able to register to www.applei.ph :slanted:

Can somebody please post the method here? I can't seem to be able to register to www.applei.ph (http://www.applei.ph) :slanted:

Posting the instructions won't be enough. There is a file that you need to download from applei.ph. :)

Here you go... :)

1) Download the attached file.

2) SSH the unzipped carrier.plist file to your iPhone's

/System/Library/Carrier Bundles/Globe_ph.bundle/ directory

Overwrite the existing carrier.plist file.

3) Restart iPhone and you'll be able to edit the APN of Globe's EDGE GPRS Settings.

To turn OFF EDGE/GPRS, just make the APN wrong. The right APN (internet.globe.com.ph) is set automatically by 2.0 but this hack will allow you to edit the APN. Making it internet.globe.ph1 will turn OFF EDGE/GPRS. To turn back on, set it again to internet.globe.com.ph

Download this file (https://www.yousendit.com/download/Q01IS3hheFhZY1R2Wmc9PQ).

HTH :)

the simplest one I did was do option 2 using the website and downloading the config file and then installing it...simple and direct... no ssh because everything can be done thru the iPhone

Thanks! I did doublezeta's method and it works great! Just change the file once and you're good to go!

Or you can do this (http://www.pinoymac.org/forum/showthread.php?t=24132).

it's almost the same method as Option 2, courtesy of courtside( as well as that of elbert's)...download the config file, change APN settings, install, that's it...

Another tutorial here applicable not only to Globe users, http://menoob.com/2008/07/24/how-to-disable-edge-on-a-pwned-iphone-20/ :-)

Hint: You can now install BossPrefs from Cydia!

Wait, I don't really get it. I've been on 2.0 using Globe for some time now but I haven't had the problem of accidentally connecting via Edge. What I did is just turn off Data Roaming in Settings > Network. Why wouldn't this just work without the hacks? As far as I know, I haven't been using Edge.

of course, you can never be sure until, well until the bill comes in and you'll ask yourself, "how did that happen? but i turned it off, or didn't i?"

can someone please email me at ferrarista44@yahoo.com the original carrier.plist file for iphone 2.0? i cant connect to the net even when my APN is correct. :(

sent thru email. :)

got it! thanks!! SSHed already, but still cant connect to the net. :(

try Resetting Network Settings. that might work?

Can somebody please post the method here? I can't seem to be able to register to www.applei.ph :slanted:

This is the same case here in Hong Kong. Got the iPhone 3G before my number got ported to 3 (Hong Kong's iPhone carrier). When the iPhone was using Smartone-Vodafone's (now my former network) SIM card, the APN was present, but when i changed to the 3 network SIM card, the APN is not present.

try Resetting Network Settings. that might work?

absolutely brilliant! thank you very much! it's working now. :D

will this work for iPhone 3g even if it's locked?

same question here, will this method work with the globe locked iphone 3G's? Thanks

Yes, my the solution will work even on a Globe iPhone 3G, or any iPhone for that matter.

thanks, this is good to know. At least in the meantime when there is no one data switch, we can use this alternative to prevent us from having skyrocket postpaid bills. Thanks elbert :)

Just take note though that since the file is attached to your mail, the mail app will connect thru 3G/GPRS everytime you click the mail icon. Just a reminder if you plan to use this to turn on and off your data browsing several times a day.

Just take note though that since the file is attached to your mail, the mail app will connect thru 3G/GPRS everytime you click the mail icon. Just a reminder if you plan to use this to turn on and off your data browsing several times a day.

Here's what I do: I moved the email message with the file attachment into an IMAP folder. This can be done with Gmail or MobileMe. I named that folder "Internet". Because of this, I can very easily find the mobileconfig file.

When I need to go online, I go into Settings > General > Profile and REMOVE the profile setting.

When I want to disable the APN, I go to Mail > MobileMe > 'Internet' folder, open the email and tap on the mobileconfig file.

It's actually much easier than it sounds, and only takes a few seconds to do. I make sure to disable as soon as I'm done using Internet over telco.

Thanks elbert! Very helpful tip :)

i used elbert's method, pardon the ignorance as i am new to the iphone. How will a i be sure that apn was disabled? i still get the E beside my globe carrier icon on top of the phone, does this mean edge is still active? thanks

Turn off your Wi-Fi and then try accessing a website with Safari. If it doesn't load a page, then you're offline and the disabler is working. The E symbol indicates that an EDGE network is available. Doesn't mean to say you're accessing it though.

thanks elbert, tried it and could not access so disabler is working. thanks again.

When I want to disable the APN, I go to Mail > MobileMe > 'Internet' folder, open the email and tap on the mobileconfig file.

@Elbert
Assuming you've just removed the profile setting and started surfing, say YouTube. If you clicked on HOME and then open the mail app, will this "end" your previous session with YouTube, and start a new session for checking your mail? (i.e. the mail app does this, automatically checks for emails once you've opened it). So you will always get charged an extra 15-min slot just by doing this?

A little OT, assuming you're on EDGE/3G, if you run games like Aurora Feint (which checks the server for your account status as soon as you launch the game), you will already get charged an extra 15-min slot by Globe?

@Elbert
Assuming you've just removed the profile setting and started surfing, say YouTube. If you clicked on HOME and then open the mail app, will this "end" your previous session with YouTube, and start a new session for checking your mail? (i.e. the mail app does this, automatically checks for emails once you've opened it). So you will always get charged an extra 15-min slot just by doing this?

A little OT, assuming you're on EDGE/3G, if you run games like Aurora Feint (which checks the server for your account status as soon as you launch the game), you will already get charged an extra 15-min slot by Globe?

It doesn't end with a click of the home button. Many processes like downloads and mail checks will continue even when you've left the app.

I'm still unsure of how Globe implements is charging. Maybe someone can enlighten. Is it a 15 minute block that starts when you've accessed data services, or a cumulative 15 min usage that totals your actual usage?

I'm still unsure of how Globe implements is charging. Maybe someone can enlighten. Is it a 15 minute block that starts when you've accessed data services, or a cumulative 15 min usage that totals your actual usage?
Like you, elbert, many of us are wondering about this too. My guess/expectation is that the ability to switch from time to KB-based charging and vice versa no longer applies--particularly for postpaid users who are bound by contracts, with consumable mobile internet hours.

Presumably, Globe's gateway can distinguish the user's handset (I suppose all iPhone requests have "iPhone" embedded as metadata in the request headers). If that's the case, then Globe's billing should be able to account our usage properly. That said, the p5/15mins ceases to be relevant for 3G users. Our data consumption will now be metered by the minute.

But, of course, that's my expectation. The proof is in the pudding; we'll see when we get our first 3G postpaid bill. In the meantime, I will quasi-monitor my data minutes of use, which better tally with Globe's "meter reading". :rolleyes:

Here's what I do: I moved the email message with the file attachment into an IMAP folder. This can be done with Gmail or MobileMe. I named that folder "Internet". Because of this, I can very easily find the mobileconfig file.

When I need to go online, I go into Settings > General > Profile and REMOVE the profile setting.

When I want to disable the APN, I go to Mail > MobileMe > 'Internet' folder, open the email and tap on the mobileconfig file.

It's actually much easier than it sounds, and only takes a few seconds to do. I make sure to disable as soon as I'm done using Internet over telco.


Hi Elbert! Thanks for the fix... Works great! By the way how do I go about in moving the email to the IMAP folder? :D

I would also like to know how to make an IMAP folder so I can store it there? :)

@doblezeta: have you tried installing ssh on a globe iphone 3g, without jailbreaking it? if and when you do, kindly post links for getting the executables, libraries, instructions. thanks!

elbert's fix, of course, works. but i may someday find the time and use for terminal access to the iphone, to install and run apache on it maybe? ;) thanks.

@doblezeta: have you tried installing ssh on a globe iphone 3g, without jailbreaking it?

AFAIK, you cannot install OpenSSH on an iPhone without first jailbreaking it. :)

Here's what I do: I moved the email message with the file attachment into an IMAP folder. This can be done with Gmail or MobileMe. I named that folder "Internet". Because of this, I can very easily find the mobileconfig file.

When I need to go online, I go into Settings > General > Profile and REMOVE the profile setting.

When I want to disable the APN, I go to Mail > MobileMe > 'Internet' folder, open the email and tap on the mobileconfig file.

It's actually much easier than it sounds, and only takes a few seconds to do. I make sure to disable as soon as I'm done using Internet over telco.

@elbert

Which do you use, kb or time charging? (To retrieve the mobileconfig)

I don't use either since an Internet is not required to access my mail folders.

To create an IMAP folder, just use your desktop mail client, or the web. This only works if your email is IMAP enabed and your mail client in the iPhone is setup for IMAP as well.

In Gmail, I believe IMAP folders are called "Labels".

In the iPhone, while viewing the message with the mobileconfig file, simply tap on the icon of a Folder with a + sign, then select the IMAP folder you wish to move that email to.

AFAIK, you cannot install OpenSSH on an iPhone without first jailbreaking it. :)

That is correct, and we no longer allow talk of how to jailbreak iPhones here in PhilMUG.

@elbert: you may want to make this a sticky thread.

it may reduce redundant queries on the subject. mod's call. thanks.

question. i don't really use edge. but me being O.C. again and me thinkering my iphone. ever since i been using 2.0 my edge seems to be forever off. boss preference says its on. im on globe by the way. just thinking in advance when swirly comes to 2.0. :)
any help suggestions?

Okay, since Boss Preferences is an application that requires jailbreaking, we can't help you there. The solution posted in this thread is a legitimate one, as far as PhilMUG, Apple and Globe are concerned.

uuh. anyway. edge is deactivated forever. :)

I cant find the folder with the plus sign in my phone. I only saw the folder with a down arrow sign. When I clicked it, it let me transfer my message to another folder. Is this it? :)


I don't use either since an Internet is not required to access my mail folders.

To create an IMAP folder, just use your desktop mail client, or the web. This only works if your email is IMAP enabed and your mail client in the iPhone is setup for IMAP as well.

In Gmail, I believe IMAP folders are called "Labels".

In the iPhone, while viewing the message with the mobileconfig file, simply tap on the icon of a Folder with a + sign, then select the IMAP folder you wish to move that email to.

That is correct, and we no longer allow talk of how to jailbreak iPhones here in PhilMUG.

hmm just wondering for better understanding, why are we no longer allowed to talk about jailbreaking in philmug? also I think we have to update the thread "The Unofficial PhilMUG iPhone FAQ" so that people will be in the know about this new rule.

sorry for the O.T. guys, its either I need to create a thread or just insert this is in here...

hmm just wondering for better understanding, why are we no longer allowed to talk about jailbreaking in philmug? also I think we have to update the thread "The Unofficial PhilMUG iPhone FAQ" so that people will be in the know about this new rule.

sorry for the O.T. guys, its either I need to create a thread or just insert this is in here...

Jailbreaking discussions are no longer allowed because the iPhone has already been officially released here by Apple. :)

last question. if i reset network will this turn back on my globe edge? nothing bad going to happen to my 1st gen iphone?

visit applei.ph. They can answer virtually all queries regarding iPhone be it 1Gen or the 3G. Ciao!

this method is sooooo uber cool!! :D

I cant find the folder with the plus sign in my phone. I only saw the folder with a down arrow sign. When I clicked it, it let me transfer my message to another folder. Is this it? :)

If you can't find the folder with a "+" sign in Mail, then I'm guessing one of the following is true:
1. you're on a pre-version 2.0 iPhone
2. Your mail account is not setup for IMAP
3. You're on IMAP but you don't have any folders setup yet (which is not probable since IMAP folders normally include Drafts, Sent and Trash).

hmm just wondering for better understanding, why are we no longer allowed to talk about jailbreaking in philmug? also I think we have to update the thread "The Unofficial PhilMUG iPhone FAQ" so that people will be in the know about this new rule.

sorry for the O.T. guys, its either I need to create a thread or just insert this is in here...

No problem, Just review our Policy on iPhone Jeailbreaking and Unlocking (http://www.philmug.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=39457) to understand why.

last question. if i reset network will this turn back on my globe edge? nothing bad going to happen to my 1st gen iphone?

Yes, when you remove the profile, the network setting will revert to original, untouched state. It doesn't matter if you're on a 1st gen iPhone with 2.x.x or an iPhone 3G. It's harmless.

It is possible for me to create another mobileconfig file that has the proper APN, so that you can simply switch between Profiles, but it'll be specific to a carrier. Give me some time as I'm about to step out.

Simply REMOVE the config and it reverts. If you want to remove the APN again, simply go back to the email and install the mobileconfig file again.

BTW, I tried creating another profile, but discovered the the iPhone will store only one profile at a time. You can't switch between profiles, you either activate or remove them. It's actually simpler to be without a secondary profile.

Hi Guys!

I tried emailing the file to myself and used my iphone to access it via gmail but safari prompts me an error saying safari can't download the file.


What to do?

Thanks!
Archie

Hi Guys!

I tried emailing the file to myself and used my iphone to access it via gmail but safari prompts me an error saying safari can't download the file.


What to do?

Thanks!
Archie


Sorry Guys!

My bad. Not paying attention on the posts... hehehe I have disabled it na.

Question, can I turn on 3g and use it instead?

OK, disabled 3G/ EDGE using sir Elbert's disabler, question though, will it matter that I haven't updated my carrier setting (update that shows when you unbrick/ activate phone)? Am I correct that it doesn't as I show the disabler in SETTINGS>GENERAL>PROFILE? or should I update my carrier settings? Thanks!

Also, the disabler was supposed to deactivate edge - so it doesn't matter that an 'E' sign appears on the upper left of the screen? As it was mentioned that it only signifies availability? Now I may be answering my own question here, but please indulge me, hehe. Appreciate it!

It doesn't matter if you've updated the carrier list or not. It works just the same.

The "E" will appear even if you've disabled your APN. You can tell for sure that your data is off by trying to access a web site in Safari with your Wi-Fi turned off.

I can't seem to be able to set up my Gmail properly...

@elbert, will the fix you shared still work even if firmware is updated to 2.0.2? i recall doblezeta mentioning in another thread that 2.0.2 undid the fixes he did to change his apn and he can no longer edit the apn...

cheers,

Thanks sir Elbert!

@elbert, will the fix you shared still work even if firmware is updated to 2.0.2? i recall doblezeta mentioning in another thread that 2.0.2 undid the fixes he did to change his apn and he can no longer edit the apn...

cheers,

It works on iPhone 2.x.x (all versions of iPhone 2)

thank you elbert!

"No problem, Just review our Policy on iPhone Jeailbreaking and Unlocking (http://www.philmug.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=39457) to understand why."

thanks elbert, now i openly and acceptably understand why! kudos! we are in the right direction!

Also, thanks for the tip on this edge thing, it help me and a couple of my peers! ^_^

P.S.: forgive me, the reply button should have quoted elbert in the previous page.. anyhow.. my bad

Hi! Just want to clear this. I kinda got lost na from the previous posts. haha.

If I use sir elbert's method and turn off 3g, that means no more worry about the excess data charge right? I might get a postpaid plan kasi later. thanks! :)

just to be clear, elbert's method--which is now more popular than the rhythm method ;)--prevents users from accessing the internet; they are effectively attempting to connect to the wrong internet access point.

turning off 3g only saves your batteries, and may degrade the quality of your voice calls (3g handles inter-cell site hand-off differently.)

Just installed the mobileconfig, and my Cellular Network Data Received suddenly jumped to more than 20MB from less than 1MB before I installed it! Anyone else experienced this?

When I try an app that uses the internet, it shows the message that it could not connect to the internet, and when I check the data usage it has increased by 200kb to 500kb. Is this normal if there is no mobile data connection?

Just installed the mobileconfig, and my Cellular Network Data Received suddenly jumped to more than 20MB from less than 1MB before I installed it! Anyone else experienced this?

When I try an app that uses the internet, it shows the message that it could not connect to the internet, and when I check the data usage it has increased by 200kb to 500kb. Is this normal if there is no mobile data connection?

I'm not sure with the 3G iPhone, but with the iPhone Classic, the moment you tap the Mail icon, it automatically connects to the internet even if what you are accessing is a stored e-mail already. So my suspect is this "data connection" occurred when you clicked the mail icon to access the mobileconfig already stored in your IMAP folder.

@aragorn - thanks! When I sent the email to myself and checked it, I was connected to my wifi router. I just noticed the big jump in the data usage after installing mobile config file. Just want to verify that the data usage is that big with data disabled.

butch, perhaps your data usage is wifi related and that other mail messages are involved? IMAP is all about synchronization, and it's possible that other IMAP folders were updated in the process.

From my experience, whenever I access the mobileconfig file from my IMAP folder, it's locally stored in the iPhone. Therefore, I don't need an Internet connection to access it.

i called up globe and ask them, if i am done with the browsing what do i do to end my session? the reply was just hit the home button. so, i asked him, are you sure? he then paused and asked for 3 minutes to call their technical group. he confirmed to me that yes, hitting the home buttom will disable browsing. will i trust globe about this?

i called up globe and ask them, if i am done with the browsing what do i do to end my session? the reply was just hit the home button. so, i asked him, are you sure? he then paused and asked for 3 minutes to call their technical group. he confirmed to me that yes, hitting the home buttom will disable browsing. will i trust globe about this?

I think this thread, along with many others in this forum, explain this well enough. Please just backtrack a bit and you'll find the answer to your question.

Does the iPhone keep a constant connection to the data network or does it connect only whe needed? (Assuming that any push services or periodic checks of email, etc are turned off) This is important for "time" based data rates. Don't want the iPhone connected 24/7!

i read the thread from 1st to the last and there seemed to be no answer for this. sorry if i missed the answer. thanks

furthermore, all replies here are just speculations as to how much the bill would be come next billing period. so i called up globe and ask them about this. that is why i was asking if we should trust globe about it. thanks.

just to be clear, elbert's method--which is now more popular than the rhythm method ;)--prevents users from accessing the internet; they are effectively attempting to connect to the wrong internet access point.

turning off 3g only saves your batteries, and may degrade the quality of your voice calls (3g handles inter-cell site hand-off differently.)

just a further clarification (hehehe) if i turn on 3g along with using elbert's method, i would still not be charged right? thanks :)

just a further clarification (hehehe) if i turn on 3g along with using elbert's method, i would still not be charged right? thanks :)
yes, 3g is not just for data. elbert's method makes internet inaccessible, but you can still use 3g for better call quality, etc.

@namron: if you don't believe globe (i don't blame you), create a bookmark of either a blank page or something light and static, like google's home page. after you're done browsing, go to that blank or light/static page--which will not consume any data network resources.

yes, 3g is not just for data. elbert's method makes internet inaccessible, but you can still use 3g for better call quality, etc.

@namron: if you don't believe globe (i don't blame you), create a bookmark of either a blank page or something light and static, like google's home page. after you're done browsing, go to that blank or light/static page--which will not consume any data network resources.

but i am on time browsing. well anyways i checked the unbilled fees with globe so far I had been charged a measly 56 pesos for the browsing. Not bad. Not good either coz i dont remember browsing that long through globe. got wifi at home

why i don't have the cellular data network?

guys help please, read the entire thread so sorry talaga kung di ko pa din naintindihan, just got the iphone 3g from globe and it is not yet registered, tehy just connected it sa itunes sa globe so i can see the interface, i will connect it to itunes for the first time sa hse mamyang gabi, so what would be my steps in order to ensure that mobile data is set to "off" first time ko kse kumuha ng line, baka first month pa lang butas na bulsa ko, hehe, thanks in advance!

guys help please, read the entire thread so sorry talaga kung di ko pa din naintindihan, just got the iphone 3g from globe and it is not yet registered, tehy just connected it sa itunes sa globe so i can see the interface, i will connect it to itunes for the first time sa hse mamyang gabi, so what would be my steps in order to ensure that mobile data is set to "off" first time ko kse kumuha ng line, baka first month pa lang butas na bulsa ko, hehe, thanks in advance!

shootertwist, please spell out your words in full. We don't accept txt lingo in PhilMUG. Thanks.

sorry about that

Hmm I can't figure out how I can access the folder without internet connection. I think this is related to Gmail's IMAP. I have no idea how to do this.

I've been using the APN disabler since the day I got my iPhone (which is last thurs). But my Cellular Network Data usage still keeps on increasing. Is that normal? I only use the internet when I'm connected via wifi. I'm so getting paranoid. haha. Pardon me.

Hmm I can't figure out how I can access the folder without internet connection. I think this is related to Gmail's IMAP. I have no idea how to do this.

I'm trying to figure out why Gail IMAP doesn't store the email locally like it does for MobileMe. Will get back to you.

I've been using the APN disabler since the day I got my iPhone (which is last thurs). But my Cellular Network Data usage still keeps on increasing. Is that normal? I only use the internet when I'm connected via wifi. I'm so getting paranoid. haha. Pardon me.

Okay, that's weird. My Cellular Network Data usage stays at 0, but then again, I haven't seen if it changes when I'm out of my Wi-Fi zone. I'll see what happens today and will get back to you.

^^Same here. When I disabled my APN last August 24, my unbilled internet usage was 310 pesos. When I checked it again last August 27(three days from disabling my APN) my unbilled internet usage increased to 718 pesos. I'm also getting paranoid :(

^^Same here. When I disabled my APN last August 24, my unbilled internet usage was 310 pesos. When I checked it again last August 27(three days from disabling my APN) my unbilled internet usage increased to 718 pesos. I'm also getting paranoid :(

Maybe you should double check with Globe directly?

I've been using my iPhone 3G for over a day now, and my Cellular Network Data usage is still at 0 bytes for both sent and received.

-Enable 3G is set to ON.
-I've been accessing a lot of Internet data via Wi-Fi, but I've also launched Internet apps (like Safari, Mail and Weather) outside of WiFi covered areas. Of course I get the "Could not activate cellular data network. You are not subscribed to a cellular data network" message.

I've been using my iPhone 3G for over a day now, and my Cellular Network Data usage is still at 0 bytes for both sent and received.

-Enable 3G is set to ON.
-I've been accessing a lot of Internet data via Wi-Fi, but I've also launched Internet apps (like Safari, Mail and Weather) outside of WiFi covered areas. Of course I get the "Could not activate cellular data network. You are not subscribed to a cellular data network" message.

I had to reset my Cellular Network Data Statistics and apply the APN disabler again. Then I tried accessing sites via safari and checked my email using mail. After that, the counters remained to zero. I also get the "Could not activate cellular data network. You are not subscribed to a cellular data network" message.

Here's my total unbilled charges as of today: Php 44.02
Do you think the stats shown here is accurate? "Amount Due: Due on December 31, 1949". haha.

I wonder where i got that? Does that mean I've consumed my Free Local Mobile Internet Hours already? I'm on Plan 1599 btw. The Free Local Mobile Internet Hours applies to the EDGE, GPRS and 3G connection right? I will still monitor this on the following days.

Thanks! :)

I think the unbilled charges you see does not take into account your free minutes, free data. It does not even take into account your free text messages. It just shows your usage in terms of peso amount. At least this is what I experience with my GFlex plan.

does the settings -> general -> network and the enable 3g and data romaing turned off do nothing?...

with this method on, can i still surf the net via wifi?

yes... Im using it also. Wifi works but when i turn off wifi and tried to surf i get an error just what like sir elbert said...

As duncan already pointed out, the unbilled charges do not take into account free minutes, texts, etc included on your plan.

@scoflip, yup you can still use wifi even if elbert's method installed :)

I think the unbilled charges you see does not take into account your free minutes, free data. It does not even take into account your free text messages. It just shows your usage in terms of peso amount. At least this is what I experience with my GFlex plan.

I think this is applicable when you check unbilled charges thru myglobe portal. But if you check thru 2312, you can get a more detailed billing which is really helpful if you want to monitor your usage :)

i agree with bluedragonph that checking via 2312 has a more detailed billing but at the end of the 3 part message from 2312 it says that free minutes/text allocation has not been deducted from the detailed billing sent via sms. :)

i am using a wi-fi at home so i should have a free access of internet accdg. to Globe but when i checked my unbilled charges the other day via 2312 it says that i have P530.00 internet charges. it was disappointing because i did not even go out that day so i am sure i am getting my wi-fi connection. they said they could only fix the problem once i get my billing statement. :(

please correct me if i'm wrong, by disabling 3g, edge and gprs. can i still surf using wifi?

please correct me if i'm wrong, by disabling 3g, edge and gprs. can i still surf using wifi?

aw... i just answered that question.. back read please... yes you can still surf using wifi...

great tip. getting paranoid when i saw the data received at 20MB. checked my billing its 270 for internet. i just changed the APN settings to be sure.

hello guys new to iphone...cant seem to find the APN option on my settings...just VPN...just got a 16gb iphone 3g from globe...

how do you install ssh on the phone?...

i checked this morning my unbilling and my net browsing was 57 pesos, that was like 12 noon...then did a little browsing using wifi network and downloaded some epub for stanza...i checked again almost midnight and it jumped to 287 pesos...my phone never left the wifi network...getting paranoid also...:(

is it normal also that the phone shows edge network when lock and then upon unlocking shows the wifi signal?...

and how do you check for the amount of data recieved and sent?...

sorry lots of questions, im really scared how much my bill will be, cause i only had the phone for like 5 days...thanks...

Go to Settings\General\Usage. Scroll to the bottom.

OT

@ ikitub

sorry for that...maybe i just skipped page 11 :D

A friend of mine got this info from Globe:

For postpaid subscribers, it's true that quitting an app ends the session. However, if you reconnect and the new session is within the previous 15 minute block, Globe will not charge you again (at least after the previous 15 minute block is consumed). Unfortunately, this type of charging does not apply to prepaid. The prepaid account will get charged 5 pesos for every new session.

If this is true, it would put it "at par" with Smart -- at least for postpaid subscribers.

too much for an expensive gadget that cannot turn a connection off. talk about user friendly apple

too much for an expensive gadget that cannot turn a connection off. talk about user friendly apple

Uhm, haven't you been reading? this whole thread is about turning off mobile data. Heck, even the thread title says it. Let me guess, you don't own an iPhone. Only someone who doesn't own an iPhone can say such a statement.

download APN Changer from www.unlockit.co.nz and it'll do the rest...no ssh or whatever else you are terrified of even doing just to shut off connection...

too much for an expensive gadget that cannot turn a connection off. talk about user friendly apple

The only reason why we're having this problem now is that Apple made the iPhone primarily with UNLIMITED data usage in mind and globe does NOT offer such a plan. So the problem is not with Apple but with Globe.

ok ba ito apn changer?
which option to choose?
so no need to install via SSH anymore?

The only reason why we're having this problem now is that Apple made the iPhone primarily with UNLIMITED data usage in mind and globe does NOT offer such a plan. So the problem is not with Apple but with Globe.


I completely disagree with this argument. The phone was designed with rich multimedia and internet in mind, not with an unlimited data plan. If that is the case, Apple could have opted not to choose Globe as its channel for the iPhone, since they are not offering this kind of charging service for GSM service (though they have the unlimited wifi) since this will undermine the capabilities of the iPhone. And in the first place, it was Apple who disabled the APN settings, not Globe.

And in the first place, it was Apple who disabled the APN settings, not Globe.

I think it depends on the carrier.

after a month of using my iphone i forgot to check this thread and now my bill is 7k S#$%$@!

Cant seem to find that APN thingy...

what appears on settings-general-networks are the ff;

enable 3g
data roaming
vpn
wifi

no APN thing...

im under iphone plan by globe... even if i dnt connect to safari or any other apps that needs connection my internet usage sky rockted to 1,900 pesos +++ already... huhu

please need your help...

gabby..... read up. look for elbert's instruction or hitme64's link via iphone's browser and choose NEXT and DISABLE data

don2003.. just go to http://www.unlockit.co.nz/unlock.php w/ iphone's browser and do it

checked with globe just now bill is only 450 pesos since August 27. Did not do anything just followed globe instruction to hit home button at least 3 seconds to disable browsing

I completely disagree with this argument. The phone was designed with rich multimedia and internet in mind, not with an unlimited data plan. If that is the case, Apple could have opted not to choose Globe as its channel for the iPhone, since they are not offering this kind of charging service for GSM service (though they have the unlimited wifi) since this will undermine the capabilities of the iPhone. And in the first place, it was Apple who disabled the APN settings, not Globe.

Rich multi-media and internet goes hand in hand. Part of the main features of iPhone is the email pushing, the photo sharing, being connected on the go etc. All of these features will not be fully utilized without unlimited data plan. For example the maps, yes you can use it with wifi but you will use that primarily on the go. If you travel lets say for 3 hours, of course you will need to have the 3g internet on for 3 hours or until you reach your destination. you be charged around 60 pesos for the 3 hours alone? now if you frequently use it, then your bill skyrocket thus making you think 2x before using it and thus, one of the features of the iPhone is not being fully utilized. another is the email, the internet browser and the photo sharing. all of these are integral parts of the selling point of the iPhone. And the use of all of these is highly connected with data. if data use is expensive, then you will most probably not make use of all the features that the iPhone has to offer. if you will look at those providers offering the iPhone most if not all have unlimited data option. apple does not really have a choice when it comes with the service providers in this country. both smart and globe does not offer unlimited data.

all of these are integral parts of the selling point of the iPhone. And the use of all of these is highly connected with data. if data use is expensive, then you will most probably not make use of all the features that the iPhone has to offer. if you will look at those providers offering the iPhone most if not all have unlimited data option. apple does not really have a choice when it comes with the service providers in this country. both smart and globe does not offer unlimited data.

I agree. At the moment the data plan of Globe is unreasonable for iPhone users. What sets iPhone apart from other phones is all the mobile me synching, all the cool stuff you can do while you're online and you're on the road. If you can't take advantage of those features, what do you have left? iPod Touch and a basic cellphone?

Let's say I can live with changing the APN via e-mail. Service providers won't be happy with that. How many months more will it take for an update to be released, making that workaround not usable anymore?

I love iPhones--in the States. Here? Hmm... I'll wait for all of the early adopters to be charged a gazillion pesoses especially the non-techie ones who just bought it for the user interface. Thinking how the bill will knock everyone out of their socks excites me. I'll wait for everyone to complain to Globe. Make it in the headlines if you can. And when Globe eventually does something about the data plan, release a fix to disable tethering if they have to, that's when I'll call Globe again to make a reservation for iPhone.

unreasonable again is relative. hey we are in a third world country. read up on ARPU and churn rates and you would have an idea why the philippines does not have unlimited data plans

Hi! so I emailed the file to myself and I keeping getting an error everytime I try to download it-- Safari can't download this file. Help anyone?

I think believe that you have to access the file from the Mail Application in your iphone. I tried downloading it via safari but it did not work also. :)

I think believe that you have to access the file from the Mail Application in your iphone. I tried downloading it via safari but it did not work also. :)

yeah that is how you could access the file. because i also tried accessing the file via safari and the result is an error message. but from the mail app, was able to download the file

^^Yeap! Finally got it to work :) I just checked my bill and I think I have to control myself! Haha :D

Thanks to http://brent.kearneys.ca, I now have a way to disable EDGE by using iPhone 2.0's mobileconfig and Profiles features.

As of this writing, in iPhone 2.0, there is no easy way to disable EDGE/GPRS. nor edit the APN.

There is a mobileconfig file that will do that for you easily. In this file, the APN has been set to "null". All you have to do is download it and email it to yourself. Open the email in the iPhone and tap on the attachment You will be prompted to install the configuration.

If you want to revert to your original settings, simply navigate to Settings > General > Profile and then REMOVE the APN Disabler Profile.

The file can be obtained here: http://homepage.mac.com/elbertcuenca/apn-disabler.mobileconfig

(if it downloads as .txt, simply rename and remove the .txt extension so it retains the .mobileconfig extension instead)

P.S. you can trust the config file. I checked its contents and I'm currently using it. It's perfectly safe.
The "E" logo should not be there after doing this, right?

nope, its still there

Hey guys just connected my iphone to itunes and it prompted me that there is a network update, but when I tried to update it said there was an error.

I then checked network settings and I think you can now edit the APN. Can someone please verify this?

After doing this, songs from my iPod menu got erased. My applications would not open too. Help!

Hey guys just connected my iphone to itunes and it prompted me that there is a network update, but when I tried to update it said there was an error.

I then checked network settings and I think you can now edit the APN. Can someone please verify this?

seems like it (i have the apn disabler installed as well), i got the same prompt as you abbadon. What i want to know is whether this option to change apn will still be available even without the apn disabler installed :)

how about if the APN disabler profile is deleted and update the new carrier setting?

will we get APN setting that can be edit now?

can anyone confirm,

I didn't have the apn disabler at that time. I tried editing the apn and it seemed to have disabled it. When I changed it back, it worked again.

No need for this now on your Globe iPhone 3G! Just updated my carrier settings today and the APN editing function is now enabled!

so this means we should delete the profile provided by Sir Elbert and update the carrier setting via iTune and edit the APN manually?

both for iPhone Classic and iphone 3G?

so this means we should delete the profile provided by Sir Elbert and update the carrier setting via iTune and edit the APN manually?

both for iPhone Classic and iphone 3G?

Yep. I'm sure about the iPhone 3G, not sure about the classic since I don't have one! :p

You can disable your APN without APN disabler. just go settings>phone>network>cellular data network.. and delete your info...

But, for some reason my safari still connected to connected to edge.

i cannot get this to work i am on globe and i did all the above mentioned options to enable GRPS on my 1st gen iphone. I always get "Safari cannot open the page because it is not connected to the internet" HELP ANYONE!!

why do we need to do this apn disabler thing? havent done anything on my iphone, ocassionally browsing using 3g, 1st bill was 59 pesos for 3 days, checked my bill today, it is only 600pesos.

To disable data connection (3G or EDGE) on your iPhone (2G or 3G) go to www.unlockit.co.nz on your iPhone, click Continue to Next Page then click Disable Data (Fake APN), and install the Fake Mobile Configuration. Switch off your iPhone WiFi Network connection to automatically switch to 3G of EDGE connection, try opening your safari web browser to surf, it should say, Could not activate cellular data network: You are not subscribed to a cellular data service. To activate the 3G and EDGE connection again go to: Settings>General>Profile (Fake APN)>Remove.

As Elbert indicated on his edited top post, the fact that apn can now be edited on the iphone negates the need for this solution :)

Hi everyone,

I came across this forum when trying to find an answer to a problem I encountered today. I hope you will be able to help me.

I have had the iphone for about 3 weeks now and the very first day I got it, I went to unlockit.co.nz and installed the fake APN. That's great I have had the phone show me 0 usage in the tracker for data. All my apps do not connect when I am not on wifi and give me an error message saying I am "not connected".

Anyway I installed an application called 'trailguru' today and I was surprised to find somehting. It uses location services and then tracks your movements. So I think it was using GPRS today because I had the circular icon in the top of my screen and it was WORKING!:o Anyway I quickly shut down the application and looked at my usage and it is still showing as 0.

Can someone tell me if the fake APN settings also blocks GPRS or just edge and 3G? Is there another way for the iphone to access GPS otherwise because I'm not sure how this application was able to track my location and speed otherwise. Also does the data usage tracker account for GPRS data being sent and received?

i using a GLOBE-locked iphone 3G,

i edited my APN (internet.e.com.ph instead of internet.globe.com.ph)

with the edited APN settings - i cant connect to the web thru NETWORK BASED, is this mean that globe wont charge me a cent , even if i accidently open safari in a non-wifi spot??

pls help. thanks

I did added a few chars also on the APN settings, iPhone 3G (fw: 2.1).

AFAIK, nde na ako ma-charge nde na din kse ako maka connect. :)

anyone tried this paid solution? here: http://www. (http://www.disable3g.com/site/home)http://www.disable3g.com (http://www.disable3g.com/site/home)

anyone tried this paid solution? here: http://www. (http://www.disable3g.com/site/home)http://www.disable3g.com (http://www.disable3g.com/site/home)

I don't see why anyone would try that since the solution to edit the APN is simple and free.

Hi guys,

I read the whole thread since i want to disable all internet access aside from WiFi, like all the other iphone users here.

All i did was manually delete the default APN address and i tried to access the internet and i cant connect anymore. So, i guess this is works and is good enough.

But whenever i turn on my iphone, i see the letter "E" on the top left of the screen beside "globe". Then it disappears and turns into a round object.

Can anyone tell me if i am still accessing the EDGE network or not?

is deleting the address on APN good enough to disable the GPRS or EDGE?

Someone please enlighten me. THANKS IN ADVANCE.

Chris Tan

Sorry to everyone for my previous message.

I really got lost in the many pages of this thread.

I got the answer na regarding the "E" on the top left of the screen. THanks.

But i still got confused about the many methods mentioned on how to disable EDGE/GPRS connections.

Is it possible that elbert or some other knowledgeable iphone user make a final statement on what method to use?

Is it a simple as just deleting the APN address and keeping it blank? or do i still have to use elbert's method mentioned at the beginning of the post?

Thanks again folks!

Chris Tan

If your iPhone is jailbreaked you could use bossprefs to turn it off. I keep mine off and occasionally turn on wifi when needed.

I have a question, I'm not sure kung normal sa iphone. Everytime I connect wi-fi using my

router I can browse and when I go out and use 3G, hindi ako makaconnect (you are not

connected to the internet). Nagpunta ako sa globe center sa Galeria hindi naayos,

pinapapunta ako sa Mega kasi may mas technical daw dun na ngtrain ng iPhone.

And then I found out na mareresolve lang kapag nireset ko yung network settings,

makakaconnect na ako ng 3G pero pag ng wifi uli ako kelangan ko uli ireset.

May kinalaman kaya yung bossprefs dun?

anyone tried this paid solution? here: http://www. (http://www.disable3g.com/site/home)http://www.disable3g.com (http://www.disable3g.com/site/home)

My website unlockit.co.nz does 100% what the above website does and my website is FREE.
I suggest people don't use it and use mine instead.

A Donation to unlockit.co.nz can be done. but is not needed at all.

will bossprefs fr cydia turn off the edge whenever desired?

in addition to bossprefs, downloading Apn Editing under tweaks from Cydia may be of great help in turning edge off. This will work if under settings-->network--> cellular data network is not available, cannot be accessed or not installed. Just change the apn from internet.globe.com.ph to internet.globe.com.ph1 or internet.globe.com.p

Cheers!

not sure if this was discussed before but how do i use 3G EDGE/GPRS using my (open line) iphone (i bought in HKG). I'm using my (postpaid) Smart SIM in my iphone. I called Smart and the CSR told me that Smart doesn't support data service of the iphone. Any workaround?

Hi!

I have an Iphone 3G

Will using Wifi cause my bill to shoot up? (GLOBE)

And will "mispelling" the APN prevent me from being charged for gprs (php 780 :( ) even when I use wifi?

Do I have to worry about the EDGE network thing?

How do I cancel EDGE GPRS and 3G and anything else that will increase my phone bill?

and last, how do I truly make sure that my iphone won't use the internet to update my email, web based applications, updates etc. in such a way that I get charged?

Thank You!

will this allow me to use the internet for free? (with wifi of course :D)
and will it prevent me from being charged for gprs 3G EDGE etc?

and what's SSH? thanks!

will this allow me to use the internet for free? (with wifi of course :D)
and will it prevent me from being charged for gprs 3G EDGE etc?

and what's SSH? thanks!

No need to do this. Just edit the APN and that will prevent you from accessing 3G, Edge and GPRS and therefore you will not be charged. It will not affect Wifi so you can still access the net using your wifi

Call 211 and have them disabled. Mine has been disabled since September last year.

^when it is disabled, can you enable it again? also, is it an advantage to have it disabled?

Why not simply edit the APN? That disables 3G, Edge and GPRS. When you need to use it, just revert back to the correct APN. Simple and it works.

Hi,
Just want to ask if the internet charge would only be applicable if you actually surf the internet, or use web-apps?

If I'll not change the APN anymore, and don't use the internet, does this imply that i'll not be charged?

Hi,
Just want to ask if the internet charge would only be applicable if you actually surf the internet, or use web-apps?

If I'll not change the APN anymore, and don't use the internet, does this imply that i'll not be charged?

That's correct. You will only be charged when you use Apps that require an internet connection

In my case, the reason I modified the APN is because of things I cannot control. I think I have a post here similar to yours (saying I will not change my APN/ disable 3G, edge, GPRS) but then these happened...

1. Friends borrow my iPhone and proceed to use Safari, Mail etc.
2. I accidentally press Safari or other Apps that use the net
3. I think there are certain Apps (games) that when opened access the internet

and so on and so forth.

Modifying the APN settings is more of a precaution. If I wanna use the net, I just add a letter or whatever and that's it.

Thanks for the clarification Greenie... I already changed my APN for precautionary measures. :)

thank you for this thread. just changed my globe APN. :)

How do you do the reverse -- activate EDGE on an iPhone 2G with a prepaid Globe SIM running 2.2 software?

i just got my globe bill today and i was surprised to see i local data charges on my bill. to verify, i checked the usage of my iphone and i seemed to have recieved a lot of data from the cellular network.

i checked my apn and it still was blank. i took out internet.globe.com when i got my iphone right away.

does anyone here know how could i receive cellular data if the apn is blank?

i just got my globe bill today and i was surprised to see i local data charges on my bill. to verify, i checked the usage of my iphone and i seemed to have recieved a lot of data from the cellular network.

i checked my apn and it still was blank. i took out internet.globe.com when i got my iphone right away.

does anyone here know how could i receive cellular data if the apn is blank?


This is my problem also.. i received my bill and i have lots of cellular data charges even if I already disable the APN using different APN.

This is my problem also.. i received my bill and i have lots of cellular data charges even if I already disable the APN using different APN.

Has anyone figured this one out?

This is my problem also.. i received my bill and i have lots of cellular data charges even if I already disable the APN using different APN.

Mine too. Got charged & called 211 to dispute the charges. It was minimal naman daw (around P165). I said, yeah it's minimal but I insist that I KNOW how to disable it (of course, from philmug :cool:) since I got my Iphone . I don't want to pay something I did not consume.

Since it's my 1st time daw to complain abt my data charges, it will be waived. Now, I felt like that I owe Globe for reversing that data charges. :mad:

this thread is perfect! I've been looking for a long time how to disable this feature, and it turns out it's really a simple fix.

Thanks! :)

i forgot to edit my APN last month and as a result i got a whooping 400 hours of data use..complained to GLOBE about it and was subsequently waived.. Hay! :(

Use SBSettings to turn of EDGE 3G WIFI

applicable pa rin ba to sa iphone3gs?:)

SBSettings does not work with iPhone 3.0 firmware. so better edit the APN instead.

Hi antski and other iphone guys:

I might be getting the 3Gs soon and it's on a Globe plan and I really don't want to have to die of a heart attack when I get my bill, so the best way to do this is to just disable the APN for the 3Gs? and also turn off push service?

Yes and Yes

Will the iphone stop searching for an "E" "o" signal once you omit the last letter of the APN setting? I'm on iPhone 3G OS 3.0. It sucks the battery charge big time. Compared to my 3gs, that doesn't have this kind of setting. I'm using Globe on my 3g and softbank on my 3gs.

do I need the original APN settings to browse the internet via Wi-Fi? It could not connect parati nung naka edit yung APN ko (sa safari and any other apps that needs the net) but when I changed it back to the original settings pumasok na siya. Nakakatakot lang baka sa time browsing plan ko siya pumasok? Ayoko mag net ng magnet tapos sa plan ko rin pala mababawas, please shed some light regarding my issue. Naka off pala yung 3g ko. Thanks guys!:)

As far as I experienced with my 3G before, you don't need to have the APN to surf using wifi. I used my 3G with my sun postpaid line before and I could surf fine over wifi even without any APN settings at all.

Maybe the wifi connection your trying to use has a password which you haven't encoded yet.

Question please guys about my 3GS.

Here in the Philippines, my settings to avoid unnecessary/accidental billing:

-- I disable my 3G.

-- My APN is internet.globe.com.phzz

-- Data Roaming is turned off.

-- VPN is not configured.

I will be going to Japan soon. I understand only 3G phones work there. Do I have to enable 3G? How about the other settings? I will be using the phone only for calls and texts.

Thanks!

I can't seem to change my free mobile internet to TIME-base. I'm getting the message that TIME browsing is not applicable to subscribers on select Data Plans. Is this normal? I also saw this on Globe's iPhone page "The Text TIME to 1111 for P5 / 15min charging offer is not available to iPhone Plans with Free Internet Hours in MB". I'm on iPhone Plan 1599.

yYyEeEyYy:

Did you choose to make your Free Mobile Internet Hours in MB? I think the reason why they don't allow changes via texting is because it will screw up your billing and will not accurately measure how much of your Mobile Internet Hours (in MB) are still unused, not to mention that the free Mobile Internet Hours are refreshed monthly.

I guess the best way to do that is go to a Globe Branch and change it or call their hotline.

yYyEeEyYy:

Did you choose to make your Free Mobile Internet Hours in MB? I think the reason why they don't allow changes via texting is because it will screw up your billing and will not accurately measure how much of your Mobile Internet Hours (in MB) are still unused, not to mention that the free Mobile Internet Hours are refreshed monthly.

I guess the best way to do that is go to a Globe Branch and change it or call their hotline.
I didn't choose MB for my free internet. When i sent status to 1111 it said that i'M on kb browsing by default. I called the hotline and they said they can't change it :(. I ordered my 3g s online and it was delivered to me. I wasn't ask to choose how would i like to use my free mobile internet.

Yey:

I don't think anything is set in stone, specially since you didn't make the choice. Best to go to a Globe Business Center and see what they can do. The CSR's aren't that helpful anyway with stuff like these.

Hi guys

If I were to go to Japan with my iPhone 3GS, would I have to enable my 3G for the phone to work? How do I make sure I don't get super taga by the roaming charges?

TIA

Godfather, to avoid the charges, better turn OFF 3G and Data Roaming inside Settings > General > Network. :)

hi maybe somebody can help.

we're with a globe locked iphone 3gs with the latest 3.0.1 firmware (ung merong sms fix). if we edit the apn to something else, we cannot receive a call nor browse the internet using edge/3g. ok lang sana kung hindi maka internet pero di rin kami maka receive ng call or even an sms.

thanks

dido

hi maybe somebody can help.

we're with a globe locked iphone 3gs with the latest 3.0.1 firmware (ung merong sms fix). if we edit the apn to something else, we cannot receive a call nor browse the internet using edge/3g. ok lang sana kung hindi maka internet pero di rin kami maka receive ng call or even an sms.

thanks

dido

i just tried calling my iPhone 3GS on Globe with the APN edited and i can't connect with my Smart and Sun lines... after editing again the APN settings to the correct one, i can connect na... so what gives??? :confused:

EDIT: Got it! after editing your APN Settings, reboot the iPhone... you can now receive calls and sms again... :p

i just tried calling my iPhone 3GS on Globe with the APN edited and i can't connect with my Smart and Sun lines... after editing again the APN settings to the correct one, i can connect na... so what gives??? :confused:

EDIT: Got it! after editing your APN Settings, reboot the iPhone... you can now receive calls and sms again... :p

@Bottomsup624

thanks. but we still have the same problem. what worries us is baka tumaas ung billing namin as what happened to others as posted here :(

i don't think your bill would shoot up, as it would not connect to the internet when you have the wrong APN setting (i.e. - internet.globe.com.phx)... just by doing a reboot after putting that "x", i can receive calls and SMS again...

also turn off 3G and Push (at Fetch New Data) and set to Manual... HTH... ;)

for more info or other concerns about your iPhone, log on to our site: www.applei.ph and ask the guys at the LC (live chat)... :D

Can someone help me? From the 1st day I got my iphone 3gs I removed the h in ph on the APN. Suddenly today I discovered that the h has gone back by itself. Can Globe update their APN settings automatically? How did that happen?

^when you upgrade your firmware it goes back to it's original settings.

i want to have a facebook apps on my iphone but the version of my iphone is 2.2. where can i have upgraded? will all my apps be deleted? help! thanks!

i removed the APN, disabled everything and globe still charges me of internet fees.

i just tried calling my iPhone 3GS on Globe with the APN edited and i can't connect with my Smart and Sun lines... after editing again the APN settings to the correct one, i can connect na... so what gives??? :confused:

EDIT: Got it! after editing your APN Settings, reboot the iPhone... you can now receive calls and sms again... :p

I can't receive calls/sms after I edited the APN either! I tried what you said (reboot the iPhone) it worked for a while, but after a few minutes, I tried calling the iPhone line again but it says subscriber cannot be reached. Signal's fine naman. Wonder what's wrong??? :confused: help, anyone? I have the 1st gen 3.0 by the way.

Yey:

I don't think anything is set in stone, specially since you didn't make the choice. Best to go to a Globe Business Center and see what they can do. The CSR's aren't that helpful anyway with stuff like these.

Cool. Just got my 2nd bill and it now says Time-based. :)

my bill ballooned to 8k lol. wifi lang naman gamit ko :(

for prepaid subs of globe

no need to change APN right? since by default its set to internet.globe.com.ph which is only for postpaid

Prepaid subs uses http.globe.com.ph APN to be able to connect to the internet. Lucky me since I am on prepaid so no need to chaneg APN.

my bill ballooned to 8k lol. wifi lang naman gamit ko :(

Even if you use wifi alone, it will switch to EDGE/GPRS kapag nawalan ng signal ang wifi mo. I suggest if you don't want to edit your APN settings just be careful na lang when using applications that needs an internet connection.

1. Safari - Do not leave webpage open. Click the icon that will enable you to "x" or close the webpage. Internet will still run if you will just push the home button.

2. Mail - Close your mail always on the settings of it because when you leave it open it will still connec to to internet to check your mails. Turn off your mail on settings-mail and turn off your mail account. If you want to check your mail just turn it on.

i removed the APN, disabled everything and globe still charges me of internet fees.

have you turned 'OFF" data roaming as well?

Disabled all connections including EDGE/3g thru Smart's web site in Web Connect but i still get and receive data. Went to Smart to complain and they said its not a Network issue but hardware. They told me to go to an Apple store. Went to IStore and they said there was no problem with the phone and said Smart's Network was the problem.

Any suggestions from the experts here?

Took out Free Memory Application and so far no cellular data sent or received. I will know in a day's time if that (application) was the culprit.

is this applicable for iphone 4.? do we need to change the apn and do we need to set ENABLE 3G to OFF???

Disabling the application didn't work. So its back to square one. Will try doing an update to 4.1.

will the new update fix the antenna problem?

Just got my iphone 4 - first iphone!! wooot!! - and this is what i did after reading through the thread:

1. ) Settings -> General -> Network -> Enable 3G -> turned it to OFF

2) Settings -> General -> Network ->Cellular data network -> APN -> added 2 more letters to the internet.globe.com.ph ( is now internet.globe.com.phjhg )

Is there anything else i need to do?
Settings -> General -> Network -> Cellular data is still ON
data roaming is OFF
VPN not connected

I tried accessing the internet through safari, app store, maps and i got a "Could not activate cellular data network"

Any help would be appreciated. Tried applei and, uh, it was a bit confusing looking for information for a no0b.

Edit:

Now, every time I text or do anything the error message keeps popping up ("Could not activate cellular data network")
Anyway to turn this off?

meisha... your sim is not yet activated ithink... try restarting :)

Hi. It is. The cellular data error is what i keep getting after I did the first two steps :)

with iOS 4 I don't think editing the APN is necessary anymore. Just turn "Off" the Cellular Data in the General Settings and it will disable the following: Web access, Multimedia Messaging (MMS), Assisted GPS (A-GPS) and anything else that uses the data connection exclusively. It does not disable: Calls, text messages (SMS), any traffic over WiFi and pure GPS positioning.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4203

so, this is just for those who are not on unli data plan, correct? thanks!

so, this is just for those who are not on unli data plan, correct? thanks!

Yeap, unlimited data plan subscriber/s don't need to edit the APN.

Just got my iphone 4 - first iphone!! wooot!! - and this is what i did after reading through the thread:

1. ) Settings -> General -> Network -> Enable 3G -> turned it to OFF

2) Settings -> General -> Network ->Cellular data network -> APN -> added 2 more letters to the internet.globe.com.ph ( is now internet.globe.com.phjhg )

Is there anything else i need to do?
Settings -> General -> Network -> Cellular data is still ON
data roaming is OFF
VPN not connected

I tried accessing the internet through safari, app store, maps and i got a "Could not activate cellular data network"

Any help would be appreciated. Tried applei and, uh, it was a bit confusing looking for information for a no0b.

Edit:

Now, every time I text or do anything the error message keeps popping up ("Could not activate cellular data network")
Anyway to turn this off?

Turn off your Cellular Data to OFF

made a noob mistake and forgot to turn these things off, hayyyy.... just got a text telling me that after just a week of being activated, my IP4 bill on the new line is now P2,400+, largely because of internet charges. grrrrr.....

made a noob mistake and forgot to turn these things off, hayyyy.... just got a text telling me that after just a week of being activated, my IP4 bill on the new line is now P2,400+, largely because of internet charges. grrrrr.....

Oh no sir, of all people sir. Hehe. Anyway, edit the APN now sir :)

turned Cellular Data OFF. tested with safari and maps and got message it was already off. i guess that's enough. didn't edit APN anymore.

try to install FakeAPN in cydia then install SBSetting to have on/off for the fakeapn.

i think switching the cellular data to off will also turn off MMS? am i right? Warnings like "could not activate data" etc are very annoying. is there a way to permanently turn it off?

Just got my new iPhone 4... Been up all night trying to make my 3G internet running under SMART but to no avail... Turned on GPRS and MMS thru the 211.
Like Miesha, trying to access the internet through safari, twitter, and mail just gets me a: "Could not activate cellular data network" prompt

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance, muggers.

just a question that bothers me. May cases na ba of insane charges from internet usage while on supersurf for a month?

and 2 more pa pala (not sure if this is the right thread though):

will supersurf work on places with no 3G coverage? just GPRS?

In consideration of the iPhone 4 and iOS 4.x, can you get away from these unsolicited data charges without turning off Cellular Data & altering the APN?

What if you just turn off all Push and Location Services, set Fetch to manual, even turn 3G off? Are these not sufficient safeguards to prevent excess data charges from Globe?

An annoying problem kasi, is when Cellular Data and/or APN is disabled, you get this niggling popup especially in the SMS app that tells you that your Cellular Data is off.

Why not just activate SuperSurf? I still have a Globe Visibility data plan (which I'm using for my iPad 3g) locked in up to Feb 2011 and I don't fancy having 2 expensive data plans.

i dont know if this really works but i turned my wifi on, i think if its on ur edge/gprs isnt working, i tried surfing safari without wifi connections but still turned on and it didnt connect for me, although turning on wifi will drain ur batteries fast,its the lesser evil than insane data charges,can anybody try this out too? btw this is for ip4

turning off edge from my iphone gives me a it poor signal

just want to know if someone with iphone 4 tried and proved that this "procedure" is true. i notice that its not enough to just edit or erase "internet.globe.com.ph" on apn under Cellular Data Network for iPhone 4 (unlike 3gs) and you'll still be billed by globe unless you turn-off the cellular data OFF as well.

from where I am now, i got "unlimited data" with a 2GB cap.LOL!
anyways, mind your usage with the help of dataman. :P

guys is it ok to leave the 3g on while cellur data is turned-off? will there still be unnecessary charging?

thank you for the tricks...

guys...meaning i have to turn CELLULAR DATA to OFF for me not to be billed by globe?unlike before (Iphone 3g) that i just have to edit the APN (ex.internet.globe.com.pk)......tia

been looking for this a long time. thanks!

guys is it ok to leave the 3g on while cellur data is turned-off? will there still be unnecessary charging?

There won't be any unnecessary charges. It'll just drain your battery since 3G is on. ;)

should have read this before about turning the cellular data off for iphone 4...i just checked my bill...internet=954.44...can globe give a list of specific internet charges?...:(

For the people that want to complain to globe about the iPhone data charges but DIDN'T get the phone from them, what excuse did you give? Did it work? What kind of discount did they give you in settling your bill?

turned Cellular Data OFF. tested with safari and maps and got message it was already off. i guess that's enough. didn't edit APN anymore.

can anyone confirm this? hindi na kailangan edit ung APN basta naka off ung cellular data?

I turned off both my 3G and Cellular Data. Though, I got a new problem.. An alert/message pops up every now and then that says - "Cellular Data is Turned Off. Turn on cellular data or use Wi-Fi to access data." When I open my inbox, this message pops up. It's irritating. :confused:

I turned off both my 3G and Cellular Data. Though, I got a new problem.. An alert/message pops up every now and then that says - "Cellular Data is Turned Off. Turn on cellular data or use Wi-Fi to access data." When I open my inbox, this message pops up. It's irritating. :confused:

Same here. Very irritated about it, too.

wala ba talagang way to fix the cellular data?

I turned off both my 3G and Cellular Data. Though, I got a new problem.. An alert/message pops up every now and then that says - "Cellular Data is Turned Off. Turn on cellular data or use Wi-Fi to access data." When I open my inbox, this message pops up. It's irritating. :confused:

I think there's nothing we can do about this but this is definitely better than paying for unwanted service.

just turn ur 3g and cellular data to off when not using internet. if you didnt want to billed by globe. plus it saves ur battery.

If you are smart user try dis one...

Add this source to cydia: cydia.pushfix.info

then Tap the Pushfix.info on your sources

look for EDGE Disabler

install it and your done!

it also survives when you reboot your iphone..

iPhone 2g Jailbroken 3.1.3 with smart prepaid sim.

If you are smart user try dis one...

Add this source to cydia: cydia.pushfix.info

then Tap the Pushfix.info on your sources

look for EDGE Disabler

install it and your done!

it also survives when you reboot your iphone..

iPhone 2g Jailbroken 3.1.3 with smart prepaid sim.

how about for globe prepaid dude? :slanted: