Ok. So this should be a quick answer for someone.
I understand that people are wary of the DoCoMo version of the nexus. This stems from the unlocked Sim issues. Personally, I didn't experience the issue with the generic imei, and had a permanent unlocked Sim. However I sent the phone back solely to get the 9250 I ordered, thinking of future resale reasons.
My question is....is the generic imei issue only on the Docomo? I don't really want a generic imei (yes I know it can be changed back). The point is that I'll be upset if I sent back a perfectly working Docomo with the unique imei for a 9250 that ends up having a generic one.
Thanks in advance.
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Come on guys...you are telling me that no one has even read this and it had been up for over 40 minutes?
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Well you don't have to do anything tricky to the i9250 because its already unlocked so no, theres no generic IMEI problem... the generic IMEI happens when you unlock the SC-04D model.
martonikaj said:
Well you don't have to do anything tricky to the i9250 because its already unlocked so no, theres no generic IMEI problem... the generic IMEI happens when you unlock the SC-04D model.
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Thank you. Guess I didn't realize that the 9250 are all unlocked from the get go. Was thinking someone had to unlock them.
I do appreciate the answer.
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thos25 said:
Thank you. Guess I didn't realize that the 9250 are all unlocked from the get go. Was thinking someone had to unlock them.
I do appreciate the answer.
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No problem. Yes they're factory unlocked, as nearly all Nexus' are.
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I've spent a few hours searching now but i can't find anything specific to my question.
i've been offered an arc in trade for my desire z. I really like the look of it but the issue I have is that it is a carrier locked model on the three network.
I figure the sim unlocking of the device is simple enough in a local shop or something. However, i then stumbled on a few posts that state the carrier locked versions can't have their bootloader unlocked. is this true?
I guess i'm looking for a little confirmation prior to committing to a decision either way really.
thanks in advance
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However, i then stumbled on a few posts that state the carrier locked versions can't have their bootloader unlocked. is this true?
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Correct, but can be unlocked easily enough ota for a small fee.
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XperienceD said:
Correct, but can be unlocked easily enough ota for a small fee.
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I'd really like to know, who I have to contact for this ota. I have the Rogers Canada variant (lt15a), and every time I pay for the unlock code it returns not found.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1232033
I am going to order a nexus from Rogers in Canada. Is the nexus unlocked from the start, just wondering? Or can carriers lock it?
They're "locked" out of the box, but to unlock it I just used a simple program available on the development boards. You'll also need the ADB drivers to connect.
FYI mine is a CDMA Verizon phone. Very easy to unlock.
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They're "locked" out of the box, but to unlock it I just used a simple program available on the development boards. You'll also need the ADB drivers to connect.
FYI mine is a CDMA Verizon phone. Very easy to unlock.
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Normally, some get shipped unlocked, like mine was
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I know mine was, out of the box!
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Normally, some get shipped unlocked, like mine was
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Yours shipped with an unlocked bootloader ? Was it a test device? Or are you referring to a sim lock?
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I bought my Galaxy Nexus from Rogers, and its unlocked. Just tossed in my MTS sim card, put in my APN settings, and voila! Works like a charm.
Yous are confusing each other. The GSM version is unlocked in the aspect of network compatibility. Meaning you can throw a AT&T/Tmobile sim in it & make calls/data etc. Now the bootloader is locked wich is unlocked with fastboot after installing the adb drivers. The reason for unlocking the bootloader is to flash a recovery image so you can root.
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The Nexus Project said:
The reason for unlocking the bootloader is to flash a recovery image so you can root.
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You don't need to flash a new recovery to root. That's what makes the Nexus-phones so awesome. You can boot them from code hosted outside the phone, be it for development-purposes, recovery-purposes, or like for most people, rooting.
Otherwise not debating your point. But this is a common misconception, so I thought I'd correct it.
every GSM version are not sim-locked
My first one from O2 was unlocked. The two warranty replacements from the same shop were locked. Go figure.
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Yours shipped with an unlocked bootloader ? Was it a test device? Or are you referring to a sim lock?
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Its the lte version, I ordered it from Verizon over the phone ...not sure if it was a test device, I quickly rooted and rommed it lol
Didn't have to unlock it
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Just because you bought a UNLOCKED phone
GoZhU said:
Just because you bought a UNLOCKED phone
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Lol, like I said, most shipped locked and some get away
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C2Q said:
I am going to order a nexus from Rogers in Canada. Is the nexus unlocked from the start, just wondering? Or can carriers lock it?
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I bought my phone from Bell and it came unlocked (in terms of cellular connectivity, not bootloader)
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I bought my phone from Bell and it came unlocked (in terms of cellular connectivity, not bootloader)
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my fido gnex was also factory unlocked
my Verizon Gnex was locked, but not for long
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every GSM version are not sim-locked
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WRONG. Some European carriers sim lock their GSM Galaxy Nexus. Plenty of threads about it and people getting unlock pins.
http://www.cellunlocker.net/blog/2012/06/unlock-galaxy-s3-t999-how-to-unlock-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-sgh-t999-by-unlock-code/
Since T-Mobile won't SIM unlock phones that are bought through upgrades
Yeah but you can get yours unlock after 3 months for free, or you can tell them that you going out of states
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Out of curiosity, how much does it cost to unlock SIII?
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@OP
Out of curiosity, how much does it cost to unlock SIII?
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I think it's under $10 or something. I could be wrong.
I havent had time to test the code for my phone seeing as I need to get my hands on a non rogers micro sim. Price is 7.99, thought might be different dependingnon carrier
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Total noob question, they ask for your imei number, can they do anything untoward with that info to cause havoc with one's account?
I purchased a sprint galaxy nexus from ebay at a cheap rate and I the seller hasn't told me that is it unlocked or not so I want to carrier unlock it with any possible way. I have to use it with a cdma network locally in India so please help by buddies.
I don't understand why so many of these threads have to be made. U CAN NOT USE A SPRINT OR VERIZON GALAXY NEXUS ON OTHER CELL COMPANIES. Especially in other countries. Sorry but u made a bad purchase.
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no way to unlock
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I don't understand why so many of these threads have to be made. U CAN NOT USE A SPRINT OR VERIZON GALAXY NEXUS ON OTHER CELL COMPANIES. Especially in other countries. Sorry but u made a bad purchase.
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I just have to use it for calling and not using any 3G or LTE
You can't even do that, it's Sprint-only
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You can't even do that, it's Sprint-only
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sad
Seller has't even shipped it so trying to contact him
EddyOS said:
You can't even do that, it's Sprint-only
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Um have you heard of flashing I'm just saying mine has been on sprint and cricket don't give false answers to noons lol with CDMA its flashing not unlocking and its simple or cheap depending on if your tech savy
I forgot to reply and ignored this thread.
I unlocked mine long ago inspite of rubbish talk all here and flashed local CDMA Network operator's files.
I got a bad imei galaxy s3 on CL with the intention of using it internationally as well as locally with t-mobile., but I tried paying an unlocking service and they couldn't get my unlock code, and I have tried everything under the sun.. but when I got to the point where i had to press [4]NW LOCK NV DATA INITIALLIZ - Restarted my phone and nothing happens.. so now my phone is locked and blocked on at&T
Is there anything i can do?
Yea I hsd this issue the only way is A-new motherboard
B-see if you have a warranty and send it in ude triangle away and revert to a stock rom
Good luck:beer:
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JCNoobZ said:
Yea I hsd this issue the only way is A-new motherboard
B-see if you have a warranty and send it in ude triangle away and revert to a stock rom
Good luck:beer:
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I wouldn't even know how to change the motherboard..
bummer..
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I got a bad imei galaxy s3 on CL with the intention of using it internationally as well as locally with t-mobile., but I tried paying an unlocking service and they couldn't get my unlock code, and I have tried everything under the sun.. but when I got to the point where i had to press [4]NW LOCK NV DATA INITIALLIZ - Restarted my phone and nothing happens.. so now my phone is locked and blocked on at&T
Is there anything i can do?
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Yes there is hope!
To unlock it you probably just need to flash an older modem.
You're using a model SGH-T999, right?
Confirm this before you do anything!
Once you know the model I might be able to help you further with both the unlock and imei problems.
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Doc always helping the community keep up the good work dude.
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DocHoliday77 said:
Yes there is hope!
To unlock it you probably just need to flash an older modem.
You're using a model SGH-T999, right?
Confirm this before you do anything!
Once you know the model I might be able to help you further with both the unlock and imei problems.
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I was wondering if you could help me with this as well. I have the exact same problem.
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I was wondering if you could help me with this as well. I have the exact same problem.
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Hey doc holiday
Can you please help me with the same issue.
I have samsung galaxy s3 which is locked to tmobile and has bad imei.
What are the easiest ways to fix that.
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Yes there is hope!
To unlock it you probably just need to flash an older modem.
You're using a model SGH-T999, right?
Confirm this before you do anything!
Once you know the model I might be able to help you further with both the unlock and imei problems.
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gauravdhingra55 said:
Hey doc holiday
Can you please help me with the same issue.
I have samsung galaxy s3 which is locked to tmobile and has bad imei.
What are the easiest ways to fix that.
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If by bad IMEI, you mean it is blacklisted, then there is not anything we can do. The tools wont allow it and even if they did, it is not something we are allowed to do on XDA. Even if you bought it legitimately from someone else, it will still be considered stolen property.
If this is not what you mean by bad IMEI, go ahead and PM me with the following information:
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Current Rom
Current IMEI state (dont post the actual IMEI)
How was the IMEI initially lost?
Explanation of what you mean by "bad IMEI".
Thanks!
note 3
daxecutioner24 said:
Doc always helping the community keep up the good work dude.
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Hi... bought a note 3 on craigslist... turns out the guy didn't pay bill and it was locked..is there anything I can do?
Had the same problem
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Hi... bought a note 3 on craigslist... turns out the guy didn't pay bill and it was locked..is there anything I can do?
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Your not the only one.
I bought my S3. T999 on eBay and when my wife tried to use it through t mobile, they said it was blacklisted due to non payment of phone.
I did some research and found out this is quiet common for people to get the no contract plan then ditch the phone when something new comes out IE s4 or S5 . I am currently in the process. of returning the phone to the seller. There is supposed to be a IMEI generator but I haven't found the software pieces to make it work.
It turns out that I really like android software and enjoy reading the tXDA threads. You can change the IMEI , but like Doc said , "there is really nothing they can do on this forum". Check. U tube and again watch for the scammers .
Dan
Changing the imei in almost all cases is very illegal. Also these devices have built-in checks they run on things like the imei, and if changed often results in instability and other odd problems.
I am very sorry to hear when this happens, few things get to me these days, but this is one of them. I wish carriers and authorities would do more to prosecute those who do. First, its outright stealing from the carriers, then they turn around and steal more from normal everyday people! Its theft by deception in both cases. Just because its stealing from a carrier that they often see as rich and evil, doesn't make it right! But that's how they justify it in their minds.
I do wish I could help in situations like this, but unfortunately there's just nothing that can be done.
Do your best to contact the seller to get your money back. If you can't, leave a scathing review on their profile or something and then report it to the police.
Your best option if you can't get your money back though, is to just resell the device, honestly. There are plenty of people that will still pay a decent amount for a blacklisted Note 3, provided its in good condition.
You'll probably take a bit of a loss, but you just have to chalk it up as one of life's more expensive lessons.
Sorry we can't do more....
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If by bad IMEI, you mean it is blacklisted, then there is not anything we can do. The tools wont allow it and even if they did, it is not something we are allowed to do on XDA. Even if you bought it legitimately from someone else, it will still be considered stolen property.
If this is not what you mean by bad IMEI, go ahead and PM me with the following information:
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Current Rom
Current IMEI state (dont post the actual IMEI)
How was the IMEI initially lost?
Explanation of what you mean by "bad IMEI".
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Hi Doc, can you help me with the same problem?
I bought a T999 and it is unlocked because I can use other SIM cards but only on GPRS, not 3G. And also don't have data. Access point name is correct. Today i checked IMEI and it displays just /12 instead of the long number.
I don't really know how the IMEI was lost but i have tried flashing the firmware via ODIN and still the same. No IMEI.
Check swappa, and other sites and call T-Mobile to see if the imei is blacklisted.
Also, what is your firmware and baseband version?