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NightFire · 01-09-2010, 12:23 AM

I know this sounds strange, but Data Services need to be turned *on*. If you are fearful of charges, remove the SIM card. I've done this several times with my 9700. The icon will remain gray, but wi-fi will still work. Let me know if this works.

01-09-2010, 12:23 AM	#2
NightFire Knows Where the Search Button Is Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southeastern US Model: 9700 OS: 5.0.0.405 Carrier: AT&T/Cingular Posts: 28	I know this sounds strange, but Data Services need to be turned on. If you are fearful of charges, remove the SIM card. I've done this several times with my 9700. The icon will remain gray, but wi-fi will still work. Let me know if this works.
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