Hello!
I have an NTT Docomo branded Galaxy Nexus.
Wanted to use a roaming sim so I needed to unlock it.
Checked some sites and finally decided to use the service from this site:
http://samsungimeiunlock.com/
I payed around $32 for the code(depends on which carrier your handset is locked to).
I would have happily donated it to a team who can sim-unlock our phones but I did not have the time to wait since I badly needed to use my roaming sim.
I received the codes in around 8 hrs.
First time using the code worked without problems.
I am not in any way connected to the site I mentioned above.
I just want to help those who are doubting online sites that provide unlock codes.
I guarantee the one I listed above works, and again, I am not in any way connected to the site.
Hope this helps and clears some doubts.
Peace yah all and enjoy your GNs!
P.S. - I unlocked the bootloader, rooted and flashed stock Google ICS 4.0.2 (not Docomo image) prior to inputting the code. Not sure if it would matter though.
If you had unlocked your bootloader then flashed a custom ROM then their would be no need to buy an unlock code would their
cordell507 said:
If you had unlocked your bootloader then flashed a custom ROM then their would be no need to buy an unlock code would their
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of course there is.
unlocked bootloader is not the same as sim-unlocked/sim-free
cordell507 said:
If you had unlocked your bootloader then flashed a custom ROM then their would be no need to buy an unlock code would their
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You should Google 2 things and read.
1. "Unlock bootloader"
2. "Unlock sim"
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I'm curious about one thing. Obviously I don't expect you to send me a copy of your unlock code, since I have a CDMA version and it won't do me any good. I'm just curious about the actual process of using it. Do you just punch in a bunch of numbers into the dialer, or what? Like what is the actual process to do this?
Turn off phone, insert foreign SIM, turn on phone, phone will ask for unlock code. 99% of GSM phones are like this.
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hey guys quick question. i have the gsm version unlocked pentaband. will this work with ntt's network okay? 3g and hspa+? i dont know if their frequency is part of this gsm unlocked one.
thanks
K.AuthoR said:
I'm curious about one thing. Obviously I don't expect you to send me a copy of your unlock code, since I have a CDMA version and it won't do me any good. I'm just curious about the actual process of using it. Do you just punch in a bunch of numbers into the dialer, or what? Like what is the actual process to do this?
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as nxt mentioned, just insert a SIM that isn't from the network your handset is locked to.
it will ask for the unlock code after booting up.
EVOXGSR said:
hey guys quick question. i have the gsm version unlocked pentaband. will this work with ntt's network okay? 3g and hspa+? i dont know if their frequency is part of this gsm unlocked one.
thanks
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sim-unlocking doesn't change any of your phone's capabilites. it just lets you use other sim cards, including your original one
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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
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.
muddassar001 said:
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.
JohnnyTrue said:
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
muddassar001 said:
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.
I was looking into this last night. I thought it would be easy but seems I was wrong.
How is it that, if you have root, you cant just delete all files connected with the sim lock. Or, if you install a custom rom, wouldn't that just overwrite all the lock crap???
Try it and see if it works. My guess would be no... You'll probably need to contact your operator and tell them to unlock it for you.
there is a way to sim unlock galaxy s. isnt it possible to use that method for galaxy nexus?
mobileunlocked.co.uk/
Took them 15 minutes for a code. £16.00
Just in case you need it.
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The simlock isn't store on the OS. Its in a non voltatile section of the radio - the same place that holds unique information like your phone serial number (IMEI) etc.
You need to use one of those online services who obtain it with a service center contract directly from samsung.
trickyhenry said:
mobileunlocked.co.uk/
Took them 15 minutes for a code. £16.00
Just in case you need it.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
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Just unlocked my gnex with a code from them, was locked on vodafone ro.
Hello all,
My SGN came simlocked, and i used a code to unlock it. I have been using my phne very well until yesterday, suddenly it started to ask me code again. But this time my code doesnt work anymore.
my phone is stock and didnt root yet. Is there any suggestions, how can i solve this?
Thanx in advance.
selcuk
I'm confused. I thought all Nexus phones come unlocked. Or are there different definitions of "unlocked" ?
Hi
I have an IMEI unlock codes server, and I can provide unlock codes for all Samsung phones locked on European networks.
All models are compatible, even the most recent.
The unlock by imei don't make you loose your warranty, and it's permanent.
It's the easiest way to unlock your phone.
All you have to do is power on your phone with an unaccented sim card, type the provided unlock code, and the phone will be unlocked for ever.
The only info that I need is the IMEI of the phone. (type *#06# to see the IMEI)
And the model of the phone.
Delivery time: half hour normally.
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I have codes for all brands of phones too.
Thanks
katana695 said:
Hi
I have an IMEI unlock codes server, and I can provide unlock codes for all Samsung phones locked on European networks.
All models are compatible, even the most recent.
The unlock by imei don't make you loose your warranty, and it's permanent.
It's the easiest way to unlock your phone.
All you have to do is power on your phone with an unaccented sim card, type the provided unlock code, and the phone will be unlocked for ever.
The only info that I need is the IMEI of the phone. (type *#06# to see the IMEI)
And the model of the phone.
Delivery time: half hour normally.
SPECIAL OFFER 12€
Contact me at [email protected]
Say that you see this post in XDA to benefit this offer.
Payments by PayPal 100% secure for you.
I have codes for all brands of phones too.
Thanks
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I just unlocked my Gnex with the help of this guy and it worked like a charm. Legit and took less than 30 mins
Thanks again
Well:
There are unlock codes, depending on the carrier you're locked to.
There's application for temporary unlock and permanent unlock, but you'll loose your IMEI on permanent unlock: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1548210.
There's my not very well tested method for perm unlock with IMEI intact: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1606982
Yes, it's not easy for now. But we're getting there.
matthewr87 said:
I'm confused. I thought all Nexus phones come unlocked. Or are there different definitions of "unlocked" ?
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Telus Gnex is not sim locked.
madizmo said:
Telus Gnex is not sim locked.
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I don't think any of Canadian's Gnexes are sim locked? Am I wrong?
geemaan said:
Just unlocked my gnex with a code from them, was locked on vodafone ro.
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So how does one check which carrier/ country the device is locked to?
I have to specify the country+carrier to get an unlock code, but how can I tell?
Cheers
katana695 said:
Hi
I have an IMEI unlock codes server, and I can provide unlock codes for all Samsung phones locked on European networks.
All models are compatible, even the most recent.
The unlock by imei don't make you loose your warranty, and it's permanent.
It's the easiest way to unlock your phone.
All you have to do is power on your phone with an unaccented sim card, type the provided unlock code, and the phone will be unlocked for ever.
The only info that I need is the IMEI of the phone. (type *#06# to see the IMEI)
And the model of the phone.
Delivery time: half hour normally.
SPECIAL OFFER 12€
Contact me at [email protected]
Say that you see this post in XDA to benefit this offer.
Payments by PayPal 100% secure for you.
I have codes for all brands of phones too.
Thanks
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Very quick with communication. Gets my recommendation! and hit the thanks button
if still somebody needs it, this app worked flawlessly for me!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=23645126&postcount=1
Hello,
I have a locked galaxy nexus and I enterded the unlock code to use it with another network. The problem is after each wipe (reinstall of rom), the phones asks for the unlock code again.
Is it normal. Is there a way to unlock the phone without having to unlock it after each wipe?
Thanks for your help.
It's not normal in the sense that every other phone remembers it's been unlocked, but it's normal in the sense that mine (and probably everyone else's GN) does the same.
ok thanks but if there is a way to avoid this, I'll be happy
(just for info, where are you from)
My desire used to do this as well.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk
interesting, I had a desire but it was sim-free so I never noticed
I'm from spain and I got my nexus from vodafone.
spamlucal said:
It's not normal in the sense that every other phone remembers it's been unlocked, but it's normal in the sense that mine (and probably everyone else's GN) does the same.
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Bugger... guess I'll just have to memorize it!
flipper203 said:
Hello,
I have a locked galaxy nexus and I enterded the unlock code to use it with another network. The problem is after each wipe (reinstall of rom), the phones asks for the unlock code again.
Is it normal. Is there a way to unlock the phone without having to unlock it after each wipe?
Thanks for your help.
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do you mean the net lock? I pay money for unlock it
yes I talk about the code I bought on the net.
So there isn t any way to make this code permanent?
Maybe it's a good thing because you loose the warranty by unlocking.
as the unlock code has been provided by my network operator, no, I don't loose waranty. I am talking about simlock, not bootloader lock.
flipper203 said:
as the unlock code has been provided by my network operator, no, I don't loose waranty. I am talking about simlock, not bootloader lock.
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Mine was not provided by the network operator...
I never experienced this on my HTC HD2 but My Galaxy Nexus does it as well but not every time. It definitely does it every time I change the radio. I have stuck the code on the inside of the back cover.
I have a GSM model that I got from O2 on contract and the sim unlock code was provided by them.
Where did you buy the Code (www.???
Hi,
can anyone recommend a Page?
thx
I recommend http://www.samsungimeiunlock.com/samsung-imei-unlock.php , i used it it's working and it is fast
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??
jd1001 said:
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?
what's meant by unlocking and do i have to unlock my phone if i get it from another country just to use the GSM network of my country
and if so, then how can i unlock my phone ?????
mosta_9741 said:
what's meant by unlocking and do i have to unlock my phone if i get it from another country just to use the GSM network of my country
and if so, then how can i unlock my phone ?????
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Unlocking it will allow you to use different networks. Eg. If you got a phone off at&t but want to use verizon network then unlock the phone and you can use verizon and at&t
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gmaster1 said:
Unlocking it will allow you to use different networks.
unlock the phone and you can use verizon and at&t
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so how shall i unlock it?????
There are apps on the market and also guides on you tube just look a little and you can fond anything between YouTube and Google
Sent from my LG-P999 using XDA
mosta_9741 said:
so how shall i unlock it?????
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First you need a sim from another network provider. Once you have it put it in then enter the pin you got given. Its now unlocked. Lastly some networks do work with others so to check if you have an unlocked network already go into call settings and network service (may be called something different on your phone depending on current network) unlocked networks appear with a home sign/any sign that isnt a red cross (again depending on network) or go to a place that unlocks phones. Simplez.
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The process seems simple enough, but from where would I obtain the PIN? I know there are various websites and whatnot, but is there one that people have used in the past with success? I just want to be sure, because I'm looking at buying a used Galaxy W, but don't want to be stuck with it locked on Bell..
Tyfighter said:
The process seems simple enough, but from where would I obtain the PIN? I know there are various websites and whatnot, but is there one that people have used in the past with success? I just want to be sure, because I'm looking at buying a used Galaxy W, but don't want to be stuck with it locked on Bell..
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The pin will come on the paper the sim comes with. If you buy it off a contract it will be unlocked for you as long as you only use the network providers sim that you got the contract off.
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Alright, I got my Rogers SIM card last year, but I don't know where any of the packaging currently resides. But if I call rogers, they should be able to provide me with this information?
Sorry, it just seems counter intuitive that information with my sim card would unlock a newer, off carrier phone.
Tyfighter said:
Alright, I got my Rogers SIM card last year, but I don't know where any of the packaging currently resides. But if I call rogers, they should be able to provide me with this information?
Sorry, it just seems counter intuitive that information with my sim card would unlock a newer, off carrier phone.
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You might (only might) get the pin off them. There should be a default pin set for every sim at the start. All sims coming from the same mobile network provider have one pin.
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