Hey guys, I have a Telus LG IQ (GW825) which is the same as the LG Monaco, I'm looking to get it unlocked and willing to donate $50 to anyone who can unlock it.
Thanks
Ditto. I can get codes, but cannot find instructions. So, we're half way there.
If you want to unlock it, either put in a non Telus sim or goto the dialpad and enter the following 2945#*825# and you should get the unlock screen.
myklemedia said:
Ditto. I can get codes, but cannot find instructions. So, we're half way there.
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Lemme know if the code you got works and if it does let me know where you got it from.
eviltuna said:
Lemme know if the code you got works and if it does let me know where you got it from.
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That does not work (2945#*825#) for this model or the Chocolate BL40. Anyone know?
I've even tried 2945#*40# for the BL40. These Telus phones do not pull up a menu when this sequence is entered.
These work for all other networks like Rogers and ATT with no problems.
myklemedia said:
That does not work (2945#*825#) for this model or the Chocolate BL40. Anyone know?
I've even tried 2945#*40# for the BL40. These Telus phones do not pull up a menu when this sequence is entered.
These work for all other networks like Rogers and ATT with no problems.
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Did you use ORIGINAL SIM Card that the phone comes with?
Yes, we've tried, with, without and non-accepted sim.
Have you unlocked these before?
What method did you use for Telus LG IQ?
One of the members on lg-expo.com has an octopusbox and was able to unlock his with it ... little more than $50 though
cant post links apparently ;( ... visit lg-expo.com and see the sim programming set thread under tips-and-tricks
i have a telus lg iq and th eunlock screen comes up when i put in a rogers sim.
I just got my Telus IQ unlocked at Pacific Mall from one of the cell phone unlocking vendors.
I am using it with Rogers SIM card now.
If you are in GTA(Greater Toronto Area), I would suggest you check this vendor out.
GOSU Mobile Solutions - Unit A22 @ Pacific Mall.
Cost: $25
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I bought my SII a few days ago and am wondering if it will work in Europe.
Also, will t-mobile give me an unlock code? I've been with them for over a year.
I got an unlock code for mine and i have only been back with tmobile for 60 days. Just ask them in chat. It will work in Europe but I don't think it will be on hi speed network.
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How quick did you get the code? I just called in and made the request. She said up to 14 days.
I think Europe 3g band is 2100 which the t-mobs SII supports. But I don't know if that means it will work.
Yes it will work on 3G in Europe... I've taken TMO phones to Spain several times and was rocking 3G on Vodafone the entire time.
if it has the frequency it will work
Awesome, thanks guys.
Tmobile just sent me the unlock code. Is there any way to enter it without another sim card?
Could 1 of you guys request the Unlock code for my Galaxy S II? I don't have t-mobile, I brought the phone from a 3rd party phone shop. I have a receipt from the shop, but I'm assuming t-mobile wants a receipt that it was purchased from them. PM me if someone will help me pls.
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Awesome, thanks guys.
Tmobile just sent me the unlock code. Is there any way to enter it without another sim card?
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No the new sim card has to be in the phone every time.When you used different sim card the code is the same .I travel to Poland a lot and other countries and I got the code like 4 years ago and it sill works all over europe and 3g works too
i travel to poland too, good news
ronj1986 said:
Could 1 of you guys request the Unlock code for my Galaxy S II? I don't have t-mobile, I brought the phone from a 3rd party phone shop. I have a receipt from the shop, but I'm assuming t-mobile wants a receipt that it was purchased from them. PM me if someone will help me pls.
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It's not possible to do this for you, need TMo SIM, they check it.
You can pay one of those services a small amount of money for a code. It's fast and less hassle than trying to get TMo to give you one.
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zibi13 said:
No the new sim card has to be in the phone every time.When you used different sim card the code is the same .I travel to Poland a lot and other countries and I got the code like 4 years ago and it sill works all over europe and 3g works too
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That's not what I meant. I'm asking how can I enter the unlock code? T-mobile said the only way is to put in a non-tmobile sim card and then it will prompt for it.
knickfan5745 said:
That's not what I meant. I'm asking how can I enter the unlock code? T-mobile said the only way is to put in a non-tmobile sim card and then it will prompt for it.
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actually there's a USSD code to make it pop up, without the need of a SIM card
check out the Galaxy S wiki pages in XDA
Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks dude.
EDIT: Nothing there :\
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S_Series#SIM_Unlock
Im traveling to france right now
Mine is unlocked i hope it works over here
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knickfan5745 said:
Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks dude.
EDIT: Nothing there :\
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S_Series#SIM_Unlock
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thanks
i just noticed some arse holes changed the wiki to put advertising instead of the original links to the forum topics for free unlock
[Q] Is T989 working in UK's networks?
The spec of T989 is a lot better then T9100! I wonder if T989 is capable working in the UK network. If so, I am going to get one on Ebay! Thanks!
quadcore217 said:
The spec of T989 is a lot better then T9100! I wonder if T989 is capable working in the UK network. If so, I am going to get one on Ebay! Thanks!
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I'm currently in the UK and using my unlocked T-mobile T989. I'm using a Vodaphone and a 3 sim card. I'm getting the 4G icon and fast internet. The 3 network is very fast.
someone already asked this earlier...
please use search... >.>
duped merged
Anyone know what the USSD code to enter the unlock code without a foreign SIM is?
xbanhcuonx said:
Anyone know what the USSD code to enter the unlock code without a foreign SIM is?
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a little search would have pointed you here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1337756
the code is within the topic
Hi any news of unlockin sim carriers in uk? Any1 used sgs2 unlock tool from this website? it was awsome so something like that?
i have o2 just bought want to run orange sim card.
and yes i dont want to pay 20 quid or even 15 to any website thanks rather i would donte to the devs ;D
The Nexus line of phones come unlocked
Dark lord me said:
The Nexus line of phones come unlocked
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tell it my phone...locked to 3(three)
Dark lord me said:
The Nexus line of phones come unlocked
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Nexus phones do not come sim unlocked they can be locked by the carriers and most of them do.
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Hi any news of unlockin sim carriers in uk? Any1 used sgs2 unlock tool from this website? it was awsome so something like that?
i have o2 just bought want to run orange sim card.
and yes i dont want to pay 20 quid or even 15 to any website thanks rather i would donte to the devs ;D
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There is currently no 'free' way of sim unlocking your device if you hang around long enough someone may write a program to do it but you may be waiting a while. Quite a few members have stated the unlock code can be obtained over ebay within 2 hours for around £9 which is a good price. You could also contact your carrier and tell them you want to take your phone abroad and use a different sim card in it while you are away to save costs. Sometimes they will unlock it for free.
Mark.
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tell it my phone...locked to 3(three)
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I read something on twitter from three uk which said only their first batch of gn were unlocked and all others will be carrier locked. Three charge to unlock their phones whether still in contract with them or not.
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My one is locked to o2
well my one is locked it says something to enter password and its on o2 who never give out their phone as unlocked well thanks for telling me about ebay its cheap but still i want to suport any dev out here as i did when i had galaxy s2 and had a very easy way to unlock it... well then m gna try ebay
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well my one is locked it says something to enter password and its on o2 who never give out their phone as unlocked well thanks for telling me about ebay its cheap but still i want to suport any dev out here as i did when i had galaxy s2 and had a very easy way to unlock it... well then m gna try ebay
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UPDATE:got my phone unlocked in no time from ebay for just £8.75 thats reasonable. some named theunlockguru
muddassar001 said:
UPDATE:got my phone unlocked in no time from ebay for just £8.75 thats reasonable. some named theunlockguru
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Nice job and good price
Mark.
muddassar001 said:
UPDATE:got my phone unlocked in no time from ebay for just £8.75 thats reasonable. some named theunlockguru
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Could you tell us how to, please? THank you.
Its from ebay
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Could you tell us how to, please? THank you.
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goto ebay.co.uk and search unlock galaxy nexus and there would be two people having the code one with £8.75 price and other with £8.95 i think i used £8.75 one with the store name theunlockguru and it was perfect it just only took 10 mins and got my code hope that helps
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well my one is locked it says something to enter password and its on o2 who never give out their phone as unlocked well thanks for telling me about ebay its cheap but still i want to suport any dev out here as i did when i had galaxy s2 and had a very easy way to unlock it... well then m gna try ebay
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got mine unlocked from o2 for free, filled in a form on their site and they emailed me the unlock code
just bought a SIM unlock code from here for £5
instant delivery, works perfectly. awesome
a warning about sim unlock: I got my nexus today from vodafone spain and as expected it was locked. I got an unlock code from ebay and it worked like a charm.
But, I like to play with new phones first, then restore defaults and set everything up the way I want it. The thing is, the galaxy nexus doesn't remember the network unlock code between factory resets, at least mine doesn't (yakju, came with ITL41F).
The codes work, but you may need yours again, so don't throw the number away
any code for three? im waiting the three to give me the code, about 2 weeks now
Hello Mark, is the Samsung Galaxy Nexus an universal phone? Can I use the unlocked version with LTE carriers in the future? I am in US and Verizon is the only LTE carrier I was wondering about using T-Mobile (HSPS technology) or wait for Sprint (my current carrier). I live in USA but I am thinking about moving to Japan so I wonder if I should just wait and maybe I will need to get one in Japan with one of their carriers... Also I love the forums and it is all great, but is there an IRC room for this questions as well?
Thank you in advance,
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Hello Mark, is the Samsung Galaxy Nexus an universal phone? Can I use the unlocked version with LTE carriers in the future? I am in US and Verizon is the only LTE carrier I was wondering about using T-Mobile (HSPS technology) or wait for Sprint (my current carrier). I live in USA but I am thinking about moving to Japan so I wonder if I should just wait and maybe I will need to get one in Japan with one of their carriers... Also I love the forums and it is all great, but is there an IRC room for this questions as well?
Thank you in advance,
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IRC channel, freenode @ #gn - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20396301
The GSM version can be purchased unlocked and used on any GSM carrier with their supplied SIM card. The GSM frequencies are listed for the Galaxy Nexus and they cover the majority of GSM international and US domestic carriers.
The LTE version, as far as we've heard, is only for Verizon in the US. Not sure what LTE technologies other carriers in other countries are using.
If you're interested in having an international capable version of the deivce, the GSM version is currently your best option.
Hope that helps!
Hi,
I would also like to purchase such a code, but how ist it with OTA updates? Still avialable?
How would it be if I later root my phone and put on a custom rom? Will it be still unlocked.
or
cant I just put on a custom rom, to sim-unlock the phone and save those costs?
Sorry for the noob questions.
Thanks
abcls said:
Hi,
I would also like to purchase such a code, but how ist it with OTA updates? Still avialable?
How would it be if I later root my phone and put on a custom rom? Will it be still unlocked.
or
cant I just put on a custom rom, to sim-unlock the phone and save those costs?
Sorry for the noob questions.
Thanks
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Custom Roms cannot sim unlock your phone as it isnt part of the system.
Flashing an OTA update or a custom rom will not affect your phone if you have sim unlocked it with a code.
MArk.
Hi,
Thanks for the reply.
I have contacted my carrier (A1 Austria) and complained about the simlock. To make a long story short, they finally gave me the simunlock pin.
But recently I unlocked the bootlader and the unlock was wiped so I needed to reenter the pin. After I reflashed the original rom (back to stock) the sim was locked again.
And the most strange thing happened today. I just restarted the phone today (as every day) and the sim was locked again. So reentered the pin to unlock.
My question now, can it be that the simumlock pin they have provided me is not correctly working or is this a normal behaviour or a bug?
Br, Avi
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That appears to be normal behaviour.
Hi! I just got my GN and after I boot it asks to enter the SIM Network unlock PIN. This means that its network locked right ? In the box there where nothing related to any carrier so is there a way to find a way to which carrier it is locked to ? And how can I unlock it?
Thanks (Im running AOKP)
modstorm said:
Hi! I just got my GN and after I boot it asks to enter the SIM Network unlock PIN. This means that its network locked right ? In the box there where nothing related to any carrier so is there a way to find a way to which carrier it is locked to ? And how can I unlock it?
Thanks (Im running AOKP)
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I got an app from market recently to unlock my SGS2, maybe try searching the market? That's a bit vague but the app I used on my SGS2 was perfect, generated a code for me and then unlocked the sime when I typed the code in.
Im trying the GSII Sim Unlock app though I doubt it will work.... I was thinking about purchasing an unlock code however I have no idea to what carrier it is locked to. Is there any way I can know this?
Yeah
modstorm said:
Im trying the GSII Sim Unlock app though I doubt it will work.... I was thinking about purchasing an unlock code however I have no idea to what carrier it is locked to. Is there any way I can know this?
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That's what I used. I don't think the carrier matters, it's all about the phones IMEI number, the app checks that and then issues an unlock code based on that. You don't need to worry about carrier.
Let me know if that app works on the Nexus. By the way, in Ireland you can ring your carrier and request an unlock code. I don't know if that is the same where you are. You could chance your arm and see.
is your nexus cdma or gsm? A gsm nexus wont ask to unlock the sim since they are factory sim unlocked..
ha
Shaquiel Harris said:
is your nexus cdma or gsm? A gsm nexus wont ask to unlock the sim since they are factory sim unlocked..
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Mine asks for an unlock code if I don't use the sim that came with the phone or a sim that is from another carrier.
Do you have a source for where you read that they are sim unlocked ??? Would be interested in reading it.
this reads more like it's a Sim-pin... a pin number associated with the sim card you are using, NOT a pin associated with the phone.
jmhalder said:
this reads more like it's a Sim-pin... a pin number associated with the sim card you are using, NOT a pin associated with the phone.
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NO! The code is related to the IMEI number of the phone. When I unlocked my SGS2 using that app, it specifically searched for my IMEI number and then generated the unlock code. Nothing to do with the sim.
Its a GSM phone and Im assuming that it is unlocked as it had no logos on the box so I have no idea what carrier it is locked to. Also, ever site that sells unlock codes request the carrier so what can I do ?
Tha SGSII app did not work
modstorm said:
Its a GSM phone and Im assuming that it is unlocked as it had no logos on the box so I have no idea what carrier it is locked to. Also, ever site that sells unlock codes request the carrier so what can I do ?
Tha SGSII app did not work
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Nasty! Can you contact the guys who offer the paid unlock codes and ask them a way around that?
Well, I would contact the seller of the phone, there isn't a locked version of the GSM Galaxy Nexus available, afaik.
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Well, I would contact the seller of the phone, there isn't a locked version of the GSM Galaxy Nexus available, afaik.
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I have heard this a few times today now??? Do you know where that is mentioned? I am looking for a source??
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I have heard this a few times today now??? Do you know where that is mentioned? I am looking for a source??
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Well, you didn't buy a carrier branded one, did you?
I spoke too soon, it looks like Vodafone Portugal sells it Sim-locked, everywhere else it's unlocked. If you bought it unsubsidized, it should be unlocked. Unless you got scammed, and bought it second hand from someone that somehow had bought a locked one.
Where exactly did you purchase the phone?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galaxy_nexus#Availability
Bought it off eBay from an Australian seller.... in fastboot mode Carrier Info is set to None.... does this mean that it is unlocked ???
Got reply from seller and apparently there was a code on the box that I had to enter.... my fault :/ Know its working perfectly
Thanks for the help anyways guys
modstorm said:
Got reply from seller and apparently there was a code on the box that I had to enter.... my fault :/ Know its working perfectly
Thanks for the help anyways guys
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Ha ha ha ha after all that! You big dummy! joke!
Glad it's working dude, nothing worse than having a serious bit of kit that you can't use!
Happy ending.
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jmhalder said:
Well, you didn't buy a carrier branded one, did you?
I spoke too soon, it looks like Vodafone Portugal sells it Sim-locked, everywhere else it's unlocked. If you bought it unsubsidized, it should be unlocked. Unless you got scammed, and bought it second hand from someone that somehow had bought a locked one.
Where exactly did you purchase the phone?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galaxy_nexus#Availability
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Thanks for the info! I get all my phones for free off a guy who works in a company here so mine was not branded at all but I was sure I had an issue when I put in an 02 sim recently, could have been my SGS2 but will check it out again and see. Thanks for the link.
In case anyone else comes here looking for similar info:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1352898
Just dump the nv data, flip the lock flag and flash it back
kam187 said:
In case anyone else comes here looking for similar info:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1352898
Just dump the nv data, flip the lock flag and flash it back
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How is that done? Could you guide me through it?
kam187 said:
In case anyone else comes here looking for similar info:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1352898
Just dump the nv data, flip the lock flag and flash it back
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Nice work.
Could anyone explain how it is done?
Hi guys
M looking forward to buy a second hand Samsung Galaxy S2 T989 from a friend from US.
I'd like to know if my Gsm sims will work in it ?
he says its a locked one.
Is there any way to unlock it and make it work with other sims /?
Rushaan™ said:
Hi guys
M looking forward to buy a second hand Samsung Galaxy S2 T989 from a friend from US.
I'd like to know if my Gsm sims will work in it ?
he says its a locked one.
Is there any way to unlock it and make it work with other sims /?
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If it is locked to T-mobile, you will be able to use other T-mobile GSM sims.
You can unlock it by either calling T-mobile (tell them you are leaving the country and need an unlock code), or get one online (which you will need to pay for: like $20 bucks I think). Once you get the unlock code you will be able to use other GSM sims.
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If it is locked to T-mobile, you will be able to use other T-mobile GSM sims.
You can unlock it by either calling T-mobile (tell them you are leaving the country and need an unlock code), or get one online (which you will need to pay for: like $20 bucks I think). Once you get the unlock code you will be able to use other GSM sims.
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okay thanks alot
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okay thanks alot
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No problem, my wife and i traveled to South Africa last year and T-mobile gave us the code to unlock it. All we needed to do was buy a prepaid GSM sim card and it worked in that country. Hope it helps...and PM me if you need help once you get your code.
i have bought a g8 from swappa, locked to sprint.
can it be unlocked already?
it does not asks for unlock pin when i put in another sim card.
or there is a way to flash an unlocked rom?
thanks
maderke said:
i have bought a g8 from swappa, locked to sprint.
can it be unlocked already?
it does not asks for unlock pin when i put in another sim card.
or there is a way to flash an unlocked rom?
thanks
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Have a look at this article
https://www.reviews.org/mobile/unlock-your-sprint-phone/
I couldn't get my locked T-Mobile to work so planning to sell.
I bought a Unlocked Verizon G8 and I got it working for the most part but couldn't make or receive phone calls on it. I think the phone app had too much specific Verizon stuff. Ended up returning it
The Sprint version is a mess. Trust me.
I got my locked to Sprint. It works fine so far in the UK when I put my sim in it.
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I got my locked to Sprint. It works fine so far in the UK when I put my sim in it.
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Great stuff, it's a solid phone and deserves a proper release in the UK
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I got my locked to Sprint. It works fine so far in the UK when I put my sim in it.
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Are you sure it's not unlocked? Mine is brand new out of the box and I just get no Service, and a little note saying invalid sim in the drop down menu.
Has anyone manage to have one of these unlocked outside of going by the book with sprint?
All the services i've asked either said they can't do it, or said they could at first, then just sent me a refund pretty much straight back.
I don't mind paying for the service but it seems nobody is there yet.
Anyone know anything I don't?
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Are you sure it's not unlocked? Mine is brand new out of the box and I just get no Service, and a little note saying invalid sim in the drop down menu.
Has anyone manage to have one of these unlocked outside of going by the book with sprint?
All the services i've asked either said they can't do it, or said they could at first, then just sent me a refund pretty much straight back.
I don't mind paying for the service but it seems nobody is there yet.
Anyone know anything I don't?
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They said it was locked to Sprint but also said it would work in UK. I hope you get it sorted. I'm having the same problem with the V50. I'm guessing the o my solution is if someone request the unlocking code from the manufacturer. Which can take a week or so.
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They said it was locked to Sprint but also said it would work in UK. I hope you get it sorted. I'm having the same problem with the V50. I'm guessing the o my solution is if someone request the unlocking code from the manufacturer. Which can take a week or so.
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The problem for the unlock code with the sprint G8 (and I gather some of the other phones too) is that they don't request an unlock code with an alternate SIM. There's a bunch of other codes you can enter to get the unlock code thing to pop up..... doesn't work.
It looks like the solution for the same thing on the Sprint G7 is for them to remote in using teamviewer or anydesk and work their magic.
I guess I could see if I can get my hands on a properly smashed up, non screen functional, unlocked phone, and transplant the board. But not really something I want to do with a brand new phone.
Partially hobbled by the lack of popularity I guess, you can find someone to do pretty much anything done to a Samsung
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Are you sure it's not unlocked? Mine is brand new out of the box and I just get no Service, and a little note saying invalid sim in the drop down menu.
Has anyone manage to have one of these unlocked outside of going by the book with sprint?
All the services i've asked either said they can't do it, or said they could at first, then just sent me a refund pretty much straight back.
I don't mind paying for the service but it seems nobody is there yet.
Anyone know anything I don't?
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The problem for the unlock code with the sprint G8 (and I gather some of the other phones too) is that they don't request an unlock code with an alternate SIM. There's a bunch of other codes you can enter to get the unlock code thing to pop up..... doesn't work.
It looks like the solution for the same thing on the Sprint G7 is for them to remote in using teamviewer or anydesk and work their magic.
I guess I could see if I can get my hands on a properly smashed up, non screen functional, unlocked phone, and transplant the board. But not really something I want to do with a brand new phone.
Partially hobbled by the lack of popularity I guess, you can find someone to do pretty much anything done to a Samsung
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Hi mate. I still have my G8 so will have a try with a code I was given. You need it to request the sim unlock right?
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The problem for the unlock code with the sprint G8 (and I gather some of the other phones too) is that they don't request an unlock code with an alternate SIM. There's a bunch of other codes you can enter to get the unlock code thing to pop up..... doesn't work.
It looks like the solution for the same thing on the Sprint G7 is for them to remote in using teamviewer or anydesk and work their magic.
I guess I could see if I can get my hands on a properly smashed up, non screen functional, unlocked phone, and transplant the board. But not really something I want to do with a brand new phone.
Partially hobbled by the lack of popularity I guess, you can find someone to do pretty much anything done to a Samsung
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Im really hoping these codes work for you (option 2 or 3). I didn't for me unfortunately.
Unlocking instruction for LG G8 ThinQ ?
How to enter an unlock code in a LG G8 ThinQ:
Second option (device doesn't ask for an unlock code with an unaccepted SIM)
1. Start the device with an accepted simcard (example LG G8 ThinQ was bought in Orange you need to insert an Orange card)
2. Go to the dial screen and press “2945#*model number#” (the same way you enter a phone number)
Example: the device is a P999 you need to enter “2945#*999#” or for KU990 you need to enter “2945#*990#” etc…
Third option (accepted simcard)
1. Go to dial screen and press 2945#*71001# or 2945#*20001# as if making a call
2. when a hidden window appears enter the unlock code
Thanks Agent.M
I appreciate you looking into it. I've tried all those codes on mine and they don't work.
From what I gather, Sprint has used some sort of different locking method that can't be undone by entering a code.
It looks like it was the same on the LG G7 and the solution involved cross flashing some software. The services offering to do it all remote in using team viewer or similar and do it for you.
There was a thread running on the G7 forum for it the sprint unlock, this G8 thread doesn't seem to have nearly as much activity on it. And doesn't look like LG is being helpful with unlocking the boot loader.
I'm a bit sad, I put a lot of thought into which phone to get. We've only got the G8s locally, and it's not quite the same phone.
I'm going to return it and I guess burn the $100 in postage, return postage, restock fees etc. I'm not really happy to sit on it for another 6 months until someone works out an unlock for it. With my luck, someone will probably crack it next week after I send it off.
Unlock codes don't work on this phone.
There's no way to enter it.
Also. Suspicious post is suspicious.
It kinda sucks that this phone still can't be unlocked from Sprint using a 3rd party option. Because of the lack of attention, I'm afraid that LG phones might be leaving the scene just like HTC.
I ended up returning my g8 and getting a v40 new unlocked locally.
It's freaking enormous but we only got the g8s here which isn't any smaller.
Hence chasing the g8. I wanted something a sensible size.
My sprint phone have a major issue, it was randomly rebooting several times per day. I got sick of it and did a full reset, it made things even worse, I somehow lost the sprint boot up logo and now it just endlessly reboots until I shut it down completely.
Is there anyway to do flash it back to the original stock firmware?
My Sprint G8 (sim unlocked) from america is working with my Irish sim on GSM/UMTS only.........so no mobile data. There doesn't seem to be an option to add an APN.
It cost me 400 dollars including shipping and duties.............kinda expensive for a pocket camera!!!
Love the phone and will go to any lenghts to get it sorted.....but it's not looking good.
agent.m said:
I got my locked to Sprint. It works fine so far in the UK when I put my sim in it.
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I'd love to hear details......did you buy the phone from US seller or did you bring it to the UK yourself, after using it on Sprint in the US?
Did your UK SIM register on your UK provider and have you got mobile data?
Could you post some screenshot from your "about phone" menu and also your APN setting from your Network menu?
I can't get my Sprint G8 working in Ireland on my data network (works on GSM, calls and texts only)
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I'm having the exact same issue with my LG G8
- As We only have G8s in EU, I bought AT&T G8 from US eBay. Used it for a month without any issues and then suddenly MM#6 error.
- Went to AT&T "unlock phone" page and entered my IMEI. It said the phone is lost or stolen.
- Contacted the eBay seller, they told it should be unlocked and sent me an unlock code. I entered the unlock menu (2945#*820#) and all options gave the same result "Phone is not Personalized", which should mean that there is no lock on the unit and I did not have an option to even enter the unlock code. But there is still the MM#6 error.
So a bit clueless as to what to do now and based on this thread it seems like there is no solution to this. The phone seems to be locked by some other method.
I have never owned an LG phone before and just wanted to try it out. Guess it's an expensive lesson :laugh:
edit: just after posting this, I got answer back from my carrier - the phone is blacklisted. So that's and anticlimactic end to the story :laugh:
It's a pity......the handset is amazing.
There are a community of people trying to get this sorted.
The problem seems to be that your phone is trying to register on the ATT network and it can't........and there is no way to change the settings needed for it to register onto your network.
Can you post a screenshot of your APN screen in Network Settings.
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