In Vietnam, Google Pixel phones often have the VoLTE option disabled. Therefore, users cannot make calls via the 4G network. This becomes more urgent when Vietnam has a specific plan to stop 2G and 3G waves. After the wave is turned off, devices that do not support VoLTE will not be able to make calls and may become “bricks”. Here is how Enable VoLTE on Google Pixel.

Why do you need to enable VoLTE?

VoLTE (Voice over LTE) is a technology that allows making voice calls over 4G networks, providing better sound quality, faster connections and more modern features than traditional voice calling technology.

With the planned shutdown of 2G and 3G in Vietnam, enabling VoLTE becomes extremely important. If your device does not support VoLTE, you will not be able to make calls after the 2G and 3G networks are turned off.

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Some important notes

• First of all, this guide only applies to Google Pixel devices using the Tensor chipset (starting with the Pixel 6 and above).
• To make calls on the 4G network, users need a SIM card from a network operator that supports VoLTE. Currently, major networks such as Viettel and VinaPhone have provided this service.
• Since Google Pixel is not officially distributed in Vietnam, VoLTE calls may be unstable or encounter technical errors.
• The instructions below are for macOS, but the steps are similar for Windows.

How to Enable VoLTE on Google Pixel

Prepare

To enable VoLTE on Google Pixel, you need to prepare:

• A Google Pixel device running a Tensor chipset (Pixel 6 and above).
• A computer running Windows or macOS that has Android Platform Tools installed. Users can download the tool from the official website and then unzip it on their computer.
• A cable that supports data transfer (USB-C to USB-C recommended).

Steps to follow

Step 1: Download and install two apps Shizuku and Pixel IMS on mobile devices.

Step 2: Go to Settings > About phone > Tap Build Number multiple times and you will enter developer mode.

Go back to Settings > System > Select Developer options > Scroll down and enable USB Debugging option

Step 3: Connect your phone to your computer, unzip the Android Platform Tools you downloaded earlier. Open the Terminal app on your computer, navigate to the unzipped folder and enter the following command:

./adb shell sh /sdcard/Android/data/moe.shizuku.privileged.api/start.sh

After the command runs successfully, the phone will display the message “Shizuku is running.”

Step 4: Open the Pixel IMS app on your phone. When the message “Allow Pixel IMS to access Shizuku” appears, select Allow all the time.

Step 5: In the Pixel IMS app, turn on the Enable VoLTE option to enable the VoLTE feature.

Step 6: To complete, restart your phone. Then go to Settings and you will see the VoLTE option has been added.

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Conclusion

Job Enable VoLTE on Google Pixel in Vietnam may be a bit complicated, but it is a necessary step to ensure you can continue making calls after 2G and 3G networks are turned off. Good luck!