I had bought a Japan ARC [SO-01], unfortunately, I bought it b4 1 April, so i cannot get unlocked by docomo and also I'm not in japan now...
I think the unlock code from some provider also work but the problem is that, my phone will not prompt any unlock key insert screen, please help :"(
All Docomo phones sold before and after April 1st still come carrier-locked. The only difference is that starting April 1st, you can now take your handset into Docomo, pay ￥3150, and get your phone unlocked -- even if you bought your phone before April 1st.
You will have to go into a Docomo store, however. If your phone is still carrier-locked (to Docomo), your best shot is to find someone in Japan who can do it for you. Perhaps you can contact the seller and arrange the unlock for some fee.
fhsieh said:
All Docomo phones sold before and after April 1st still come carrier-locked. The only difference is that starting April 1st, you can now take your handset into Docomo, pay ￥3150, and get your phone unlocked -- even if you bought your phone before April 1st.
You will have to go into a Docomo store, however. If your phone is still carrier-locked (to Docomo), your best shot is to find someone in Japan who can do it for you. Perhaps you can contact the seller and arrange the unlock for some fee.
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thanks for confirming this info , i have ordered a docomo xperia arc so that i can use it in the usa , but people have been doubting that it can be unlocked because it was released on March 24th.
the Lt15a(America version) and the Docomo SO-01c are hte same and that is why i ordered from japan
this website has the unlock for xperia arc
http://www.gsmliberty.net/shop/sony-ericsson-xperia-arc-x12-unlock-codes-p-3329.html
Although they say "They can do" but actually they cannot do, because nobody can find entry screen for unlock code. I bought UNLOCK code from them but cannot do this.
morita0107 said:
Although they say "They can do" but actually they cannot do, because nobody can find entry screen for unlock code. I bought UNLOCK code from them but cannot do this.
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so, did you try go to DOCOMO and ask they to unlock ?
i have contacted this unlock code provider
they have replied sayin it is possible
in the middle of the page there is a way to show you how you get the code screen and hidden menu
this was their reply(my original message is at the bottom
Hi,
Of course there is such possibility. SE XPERIA ARC can unlock here: http://sim-unlock.net/simlock/Sony-Ericsson/Xperia Arc/
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http://Simlock24.pl
http://Sim-Unlock.net
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From: alsaqr
To: [email protected]
Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 1:54 AM
Subject: xperia arc
Can you unlock the japanese xperia arc ?
its the Docomo SO-01c
Basically Docomo says this model cannot be UNLOCKED and this has to keep specified ROM.
But finally I could UNLOCK by flashing global ROM and after completing ROM flashing, unlock screen appeared. Therefore I could enter unlock code successfully!
But the key thing is that this cannot be returned to original ROM which is provided from Docomo, so now this is UK or Chinese (HKG) version (LT-15i).
And slightly Japanese font is different from original font style, probably this is Chinese KANJI, I guess.
You can return it to DoCoMo firmware. You just need somebody to update their DoCoMo arc and send you the firmware files.
morita0107 said:
Basically Docomo says this model cannot be UNLOCKED and this has to keep specified ROM.
But finally I could UNLOCK by flashing global ROM and after completing ROM flashing, unlock screen appeared. Therefore I could enter unlock code successfully!
But the key thing is that this cannot be returned to original ROM which is provided from Docomo, so now this is UK or Chinese (HKG) version (LT-15i).
And slightly Japanese font is different from original font style, probably this is Chinese KANJI, I guess.
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hahaha~~~Can you share the procedure? I 'm nothing about this
( p.s i just sent it back to japan for the hope yesterday , but seems i do sth wrong)
morita0107 said:
Basically Docomo says this model cannot be UNLOCKED and this has to keep specified ROM.
But finally I could UNLOCK by flashing global ROM and after completing ROM flashing, unlock screen appeared. Therefore I could enter unlock code successfully!
But the key thing is that this cannot be returned to original ROM which is provided from Docomo, so now this is UK or Chinese (HKG) version (LT-15i).
And slightly Japanese font is different from original font style, probably this is Chinese KANJI, I guess.
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so if i buy a locked one from Docomo it can be unlocked to wotk in the usa
can you read the 3G frequency off the box please
lollylost100 said:
You can return it to DoCoMo firmware. You just need somebody to update their DoCoMo arc and send you the firmware files.
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If you would like to reveal how to do so, I could be of assistance.
alsaqr said:
so if i buy a locked one from Docomo it can be unlocked to wotk in the usa
can you read the 3G frequency off the box please
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Sure, the box says exactly this: "GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 UMTS/HSPA Bands 1/2/5/6" The UMTS/HSPA bands are 2100/1900/850/800.
You need someone with DoCoMo firmware to update their phone. If they then pack the 'db' folder from SEUS and upload it, I will be able to make an .ftf file for flashtool.
lollylost100 said:
You need someone with DoCoMo firmware to update their phone. If they then pack the 'db' folder from SEUS and upload it, I will be able to make an .ftf file for flashtool.
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Okay, done and here is the link: http://www.mediafire.com/?kdz4ncxrml0ssn3
Hi,
Usually I am in Japan but this month I have to stay in France. If I get a Xperia arc european version here and then take it to Japan with me.
Will it be possible to use it in Japan? Does the european version support the japanese network?
Will it be possible to flash the docomo firmware to use sp mode?
Thanks
SilverSurfer972 said:
Hi,
Usually I am in Japan but this month I have to stay in France. If I get a Xperia arc european version here and then take it to Japan with me.
Will it be possible to use it in Japan? Does the european version support the japanese network?
Will it be possible to flash the docomo firmware to use sp mode?
Thanks
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No, you can not get the European version, the LT15i, for use on DoCoMo. I'm unsure of Softbank.
Arg. Too bad. Thanks for the quick reply.
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I think that any japan arc, could be flashed anywhere with an european version software (ie: unlocked LT15i flash rom). The phone will result with the european firmware, but it will support american and japanese networks.
I did that with my C905, its model is "C905a", but I flashed it whit the C905i firmware because of different spanish text from Europa. I use 3G in chile with no prob.
SO, can't this be done to a Japanese Xperia arc?
caqo71 said:
I think that any japan arc, could be flashed anywhere with an european version software (ie: unlocked LT15i flash rom). The phone will result with the european firmware, but it will support american and japanese networks.
I did that with my C905, its model is "C905a", but I flashed it whit the C905i firmware because of different spanish text from Europa. I use 3G in chile with no prob.
SO, can't this be done to a Japanese Xperia arc?
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thank you for the info, im gonna need u guys help flashing the rom on the japanes Xperia when i get it and also unlocking it with the code.
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I apologize if this is the wrong forum for this, but this seem like the logical one.
I recently purchased a Motorola Q9h from Ebay and did not understand the different networks that are out there. So while the phone works on the Cingular network it only has Edge because to have 3G it has to be UTMS 1900 and the phone I have is set at UTMS 2100 which is a European network, so everytime I restart the phone it says that it cannot find a suitable network to connect to.
My question is, does anyone know if there is a possibility to do a ROM update to change the network portion. I am guessing no, because I am sure it is hardware based but I thought I would ask.
I should have just waited for the new phone to come out but I am like many others I am sure that we are impatient =P
If you can answer the question or have some suggestions please feel free to let me know =)
thanks,
Brad
I have Q9h too and I didn't lock my MOTO before, but I install a new ROM by AT&T from official Motrola Website and now my phone is lock. Could anybody help me? I need unlock my Q9h.
Thanks
dears
I have upgraded my MotoQ9h from AT&T to WM6.5, its locked and i need the unlocking code what should i do
thanks
Need to unlock my device
Dears developers
I still waitting for you answer about unlock my device its moto q9h and upgraded it o wm6.5, its now locked by AT&T
best regards
q9 unlock
i can help with unlock add me at [email protected]
may be it little hard to recognise the word of chinese...
will u need chinese rom? english is included..
when you upgraded you cellphone's firmware,
<regional setting >change the laugaue from chinese to us english..i can show you how to chage
here is website link... i have a set att q9h...
developer kitchen them
21854
20282
23004
28004
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sounds bad....
sent me a mail.. vonnycsl#gmail.com
if you want you phone upgrade to wm6.5 from wm5.0 or wm6.1,
and your phone was customsied by AT&T
first,upgrade this rom
Q9_01.09.28DR_ATT_UnLocked for flash or flash
Q9.01.09.28R_WM6.1_EN_For_USA-AG-USER
for refresh BP files
second,upgrade this rom,whick customsied by Vodafone
SHIP_NORMAN_AP_U_01.01.03R_Only_AP
for refresh AP files
then ,flash any rom you like....
if it doesn't work
go to buy a unlock code will be the best chioce...
cost you $5 ,to buy a unlock code
tartzcr said:
if it doesn't work
go to buy a unlock code will be the best chioce...
cost you $5 ,to buy a unlock code
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If it doesn't work flash it again. It works for me 23090 and 28004. 23004 only once flash enough.
mbaydoun said:
Dears developers
I still waitting for you answer about unlock my device its moto q9h and upgraded it o wm6.5, its now locked by AT&T
best regards
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buy a unlock code,it cost u 5$
and flash the norman_ap files first， vodafone offical rom may lock u again,but don;t worry, u have bought a unlock code anyway
first step flash this
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/SHIP_NORMAN_AP_U_01.01.03R_Only_AP_WwW.MoFan.MoBi.rar
second a BP files which u like(and it really unlock) such as
ALL BP
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/MODEM4_U_40.02.5AP_1R_WwW.MoFan.Mobi.rar
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/MODEM4_U_40.02.B0R_WwW.MoFan.Mobi.rar
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/MODEM4_U_40.03.05R_WwW.MoFan.Mobi.rar
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/MODEM4_U_40.03.07R_01_WwW.MoFan.Mobi.rar
ALL BP WITH GPS
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/MODEM4_U_40.11.25R_WwW.MoFan.MoBi_GPS_Unlocked.rar
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/MODEM4_U_40.11.40R_04_WwW.MoFan.MoBi_GPS_Unlocked.rar
http://data.mofan.mobi/Motorola/Q9H/MODEM4_U_40.11.0FR_WwW.MoFan.MoBi_GPS_Unlocked.rar
third: flash any rom u like
bradclampitt said:
I apologize if this is the wrong forum for this, but this seem like the logical one.
I recently purchased a Motorola Q9h from Ebay and did not understand the different networks that are out there. So while the phone works on the Cingular network it only has Edge because to have 3G it has to be UTMS 1900 and the phone I have is set at UTMS 2100 which is a European network, so everytime I restart the phone it says that it cannot find a suitable network to connect to.
My question is, does anyone know if there is a possibility to do a ROM update to change the network portion. I am guessing no, because I am sure it is hardware based but I thought I would ask.
I should have just waited for the new phone to come out but I am like many others I am sure that we are impatient =P
If you can answer the question or have some suggestions please feel free to let me know =)
thanks,
Brad
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answer one
Q9h_OnlyBP_MODEM4_U_40.11.40R_12
flash this BP（radio） file to you handset may help u
because most of q9h work in 1900(for ex att’s q9h
Europe network basic is in 2100
if it doesn't work
there is a selection in setting menu,which can change the handset's wave band from 1900 to 2100
How did you upgrade the Q 9h to WM 6.5, I am on AT&T. Is there anyway to get 6.5 for my phone?
Hello,
I have recently got a ATT Q9H Global and have flashed it to the ROM here
SHIP_NORMAN_AP_U_01_10_05R_MODEM4_U_40_11_40R_12_U SNORMAN25RTDER2W611A002_1FF-Enterprise-German_3801569218
Everything is working we'll, except the keyboard fix (Z/Y Interchanged). I'd like advise on two things;
1. How do I get 3G working. I am in Tanzania where the GSM signals are 900/1800.
2. Also - What do I need to do to get 6.5 - just flash, or downgrade to stock, then flash. If I flash with a 6.5 ROM - can you direct me to an APP unlocked, SIM/Network unlocked, Unbranded 6.5 that has GPS/3G?
tartzcr said:
if it doesn't work
go to buy a unlock code will be the best chioce...
cost you $5 ,to buy a unlock code
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Where could I buy an unlock code of $5? I have been looking online and they appear to be >$35
Hi, I'm using a sony arc s, i bought it from amazon , how can I know it is an international (sim free) version or a lock version (from a operator)?
If it is simlock version, how can i know which operator it belongs to?
I need to know that because I can know when my phone can get update
Thank you
luutuan said:
Hi, I'm using a sony arc s, i bought it from amazon , how can I know it is an international (sim free) version or a lock version (from a operator)?
If it is simlock version, how can i know which operator it belongs to?
I need to know that because I can know when my phone can get update
Thank you
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I can find the page on amazon to help you, but only to be sure - can you post a link to page where you found the phone?
If your phone have
T-mobile startup - is branded to t-mobile
Vip startup - is branded to VIP
Also with sounds, if you have sounds from some network provider it is branded to them.
if your phone have only SE STARTUP - is unlocked and sim free (non branded)
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Also you can debrand your phone with flashing it with GENERIC WORLD files
T-Mobile hasn't a different bootanimation, just look for operator specific apps.
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I'm looking to import a Docomo Galaxy Nexus from Japan (Have a buddy who can get one forr about $300). What would be the steps that I would have to take to unlock it for AT&T? Then go and install an English rom? Would it be as simple as a language change in the stock rom, or would I have to install something else? I'm fairly decently versed in rooting and installing roms, so you don't have to dumb it down
If it carries into the DoCoMo shop and I have a sim lock canceled, it should be able to use even in AT & T.
sim lock release costs 3,150 yen.
sc-04d corresponds to the following bands.
GSM（850/900/1800/1900MHｚ）、WCDMA（850/900/1900/1700/2100）
Well you would have to sim unlocked the device and while you set up choose english. I'm pretty sure they are Yakju so you would get google updates
apk said:
If it carries into the DoCoMo shop and I have a sim lock canceled, it should be able to use even in AT & T.
sim lock release costs 3,150 yen.
sc-04d corresponds to the following bands.
GSM（850/900/1800/1900MHｚ）、WCDMA（850/900/1900/1700/2100）
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which procedure performed for the unlocker?
is permanent or temporary?
is done by IMEI? or software?
sorry for so many questions!
* PS: I'm from Hamamatsu
Regarding 32.4.A.1.54
1 is there a UK customized version available ?
2 if i use one for a certain network would it lock my phone to that network as its currently sim free , or would it just limit me to that network in till i change the ROM ?
3 would a customized version for a different country be better ?
thanks for any reply's
xdavez
https://pasteboard.co/GOjL0eg.png
These are the UK versions atm
regarding the other questions I have no idea, I live in swe but installed Customized CH over Customized NOBA, and it's working great.
hopefully it helps
hi elf cheers for the reply , my issue i dont wanna use the Vodafone one since my phone is unlocked.. O_O im assuming it just has vodafone bloatware... but i dont want to do it in case it wont accept my sim then, since its not a Vodafone one. and have to revert back to a older version.
Xdavez said:
Regarding 32.4.A.1.54
1 is there a UK customized version available ?
2 if i use one for a certain network would it lock my phone to that network as its currently sim free , or would it just limit me to that network in till i change the ROM ?
3 would a customized version for a different country be better ?
thanks for any reply's
xdavez
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use the MENA Arabic version. I found it much better in terms of bloatwareZ
and its in English btw, its just designed for MiddleEast
however i am not sure what bands it won't support for Europe.
however there is also CENTRAL EUROPE version which i havent tried yet
You can choose to exclude parts before the flash.
I exclude all .ta files
Flashing a rom shouldn't lock your phone. But flashing a rom from a different region or CDA, xould cause wifi / radio conflicts.
Xdavez said:
Regarding 32.4.A.1.54
1 is there a UK customized version available ?
2 if i use one for a certain network would it lock my phone to that network as its currently sim free , or would it just limit me to that network in till i change the ROM ?
3 would a customized version for a different country be better ?
thanks for any reply's
xdavez
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if your bootloader is still LOCKED then kindly first downgrade to Android6.01 and EXTRACT TA.IMG using DIRTYCOW SCRIPT available on XDA
no yasu my boot loader is not locked im refering to the networks on xperifirm via the downloads... please read what im asking based on . E.g my phone is unlocked NETWORK WISE... the rom is normally use is Generic UK but its not on the latest update... but there is a Vodafone ( network provider ) in the Uk which has this rom up to date... e.g no different network bands.. but i'm assuming vodafone bloatware... also im asking based on it being a vodafone rom would it limit other network sims from working.
cheers
cheers patrick
Xdavez said:
no yasu my boot loader is not locked im refering to the networks on xperifirm via the downloads... please read what im asking based on . E.g my phone is unlocked NETWORK WISE... the rom is normally use is Generic UK but its not on the latest update... but there is a Vodafone ( network provider ) in the Uk which has this rom up to date... e.g no different network bands.. but i'm assuming vodafone bloatware... also im asking based on it being a vodafone rom would it limit other network sims from working.
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Good day dear.
thank you for explaining again. yes I got confused with the term UNLOCKED with bootloader only.
1. since your device is not SIMLOCKED you can flash any other region as long as you stay with-in your variant. the VODAFONE may have presintalled bloatware in this case try flashing central europe? (if its latest).
2. apart from anything else, consider downgrading to android6 or 5.1.1 for once, in order to EXTRACT TA.IMG
Mine is LG G7+ G710EAW from HongKong. In the box it has a paper written about region lock that takes 30 minute local call to unlock. I don't live in HongKong, so I assumed the shop I bought did all this for me.
I want to flash a new firmware to another region and perhaps re-flash back to the original one. Will region lock come back (or even worse, the new firmware has it too)?
I tried it myself today. The answer is no. It will not come back.
Did you experience the region lock limitation or just saw a notice about it?
romeokk said:
I tried it myself today. The answer is no. It will not come back.
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Can you share or point to how to flash a firmware from another region? Thanks
Montechristo said:
Did you experience the region lock limitation or just saw a notice about it?
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My G7+ was region locked to China, Hongkong, and Macau area. It had been unlocked properly by calling using a regional sim card, Now I don't live in the country of purchase anymore (Hongkong).
I was afraid if there should be something that would trigger the region lock again. However, after hard resetting and flashing another firmware, seems that region lock once unlocked properly will be unlocked forever regardless of whatever you do with the phone.
EVOltron said:
Can you share or point to how to flash a firmware from another region? Thanks
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When cross region, just use the same model number (mine is G710EAW ), whichever region is OK. Hongkong firmware on my G7+ does not support VoLTE and LTE-U in my country so I flash Indonesia firmware to enable them.
You can find all G7/G7+ firmwares on all variants on the internet easily, just use LGUP, .dll file for your device, and USB driver to flash the firmware you want.
Thx for your information.
Even if there was a chance that it is not permanently region-unlocked, you could always just order the unlock code from one of the many online unlocking services...they basically just get the unlock code for you from the manufacturer. Then you could just keep the code handy, in case you ever needed it...
I paid like $14.00 for the unlock code for my black UK/EU Region LG G7 (G710EM) when the U.K. seller that I bought it from mistakenly shipped it to me in the U.S. without first making the local region 30-minute phone call...but it was cool being the first one to actually unseal the box, and it took less than a day for the online unlocking service to send me the code after I ordered it.
I just bought another one from the same UK seller (in platinum grey), and this time I actually requested that they send it to me still sealed (and still region locked)...I will just order the unlock code like the last time. All good!
Good luck, in any case!
Cheers,
VegasRooted
Similar to the thread, I'm using LM-G710N which is the korean variant. I guess the store did unlock for me so if I flash other region or international fw, will I be able to take advantage of these variants' dual sim ? Since my dad has a korean samsung s8 single sim which now converted to use it with dual sim.
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romeokk said:
My G7+ was region locked to China, Hongkong, and Macau area. It had been unlocked properly by calling using a regional sim card, Now I don't live in the country of purchase anymore (Hongkong).
I was afraid if there should be something that would trigger the region lock again. However, after hard resetting and flashing another firmware, seems that region lock once unlocked properly will be unlocked forever regardless of whatever you do with the phone.
When cross region, just use the same model number (mine is G710EAW ), whichever region is OK. Hongkong firmware on my G7+ does not support VoLTE and LTE-U in my country so I flash Indonesia firmware to enable them.
You can find all G7/G7+ firmwares on all variants on the internet easily, just use LGUP, .dll file for your device, and USB driver to flash the firmware you want.
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were did you get the dll for the g7 plus LMG710EAW I cant find them, i just found the g7 model but not the plus dll. also do I need to unlock the region first in order to flash another firmware from other country??
I own the g710n (korean version) but I'd like to install the EAW version for the European market; does anyone know if it possible?
89gnahT
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did u try to change the firmware version on your g7?
Hope to hear back from you asap.
thanks,
benf