When I had my Galaxy S, I was able to unlock it with a program that worked perfectly.
I have not found any such program for the S3, why is this? Is the phone harder to work on?
If cellunlock.net can get the unlock code, why can't one of XDA's resident geniuses create a program that get's the code?
Thanks,
Ian
hello
i am looking for a soln also,
well be out of country soon and would like to get the phone unlocked so that we can get a pay as you go sim
cheers
Not sure what network you're on, but if you're with AT&T, try a web chat with their customer support and ask if you could get the unlock code. That's what I did, and the second person I talked to gave it to me.
w98seeng said:
When I had my Galaxy S, I was able to unlock it with a program that worked perfectly.
I have not found any such program for the S3, why is this? Is the phone harder to work on?
If cellunlock.net can get the unlock code, why can't one of XDA's resident geniuses create a program that get's the code?
Thanks,
Ian
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I bought an unlock code on ebay for $5 and worked perfectly, I have an AT&T S3. Look for seller myhoian on ebay.
Hi, I also have another question. cellunlock.net asks for the 15 or 17 digit IMEI from my phone,
When I dialed *#06# the IMEI was The 15 digits then / 02
so do I include the 02 in to make it 17 or just the first 15?
humblehyper said:
I bought an unlock code on ebay for $5 and worked perfectly, I have an AT&T S3. Look for seller myhoian on ebay.
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Yea I'm looking on eBay right now cause I want to unlock my phone and there are some cheap ones. Found one for 4.50 but it looks like they all say "I am shipping you this code blah blah" basically stating they can't e-mail you the code because of ebay's policy. So is that how it works they mail you the code instead of just e-mailing it to you?
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Yea I'm looking on eBay right now cause I want to unlock my phone and there are some cheap ones. Found one for 4.50 but it looks like they all say "I am shipping you this code blah blah" basically stating they can't e-mail you the code because of ebay's policy. So is that how it works they mail you the code instead of just e-mailing it to you?
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i remembered going to their site and got the code there. I honestly can't remember.
Really, there's no way of software unlocking the S3?
How disappointing.
Sepharite said:
Really, there's no way of software unlocking the S3?
How disappointing.
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www.fastgsm.com has software you can use to unlock I used it on my buddies sgs3 with no problems
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I think someone was trying to unlock it using the NFC
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Since there was a thread about a scam over unlocking I'm a bit more concerned about what site I choose to unlock my phone.
What would you people recommend? Trusted and safe site?
I've heard a lot of good stuff about unlock-zone. What others have users on here used?
I used www.htcsimunlock.com
I unlocked mine on ebay, it was cheaper than most sites, was fast, and you'll have the paypal insurance, so nothing can go wrong.
I used htccode.com successfully 2 times. As I stated in the other post, the downloaded application did not work at first attempt (could not connect to server) so I used the Live Support link on the homepage, and an engineer detected my logged in user name, requested the IMEI code and emailed the unlock code within 10 minutes.
This is the 2nd time I have used them, and it would be tough to get better service in my opinion.
I am sure some individuals may have problems, but htccode has worked fine for me twice.
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Used ebay and had the unlock code in about a minute cost £8,99 and no faffing around like some of the other sites.
How exactly do you use ebay to get a code?
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How exactly do you use ebay to get a code?
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you pay, give your imei and they probably send you back a code you need to type into your phone
cez10 said:
you pay, give your imei and they probably send you back a code you need to type into your phone
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Yeah I know the procedure but where do I need to go on ebay to get the codes?
Teppic24 said:
I used www.htcsimunlock.com
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Seems a good site. Everything went ahead smoothly?
And if I update my Phone to Froyo it won't lock my phone again right?
ive just ordered mine from this guy
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Unlock-code-H...tem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2eadf35cb0
seems pretty trusted 99.6% and quick so we'll see how it goes
ok got my code after about 2h, original t-mobile phone now works fine with orange + a polish operator plus gsm
Hi, folks,
Please advise the best source for purchase DInc2 GSM baseband unlock code.
Have XP is such kind of action? THX
If you call verizon wireless customer service and tell them that you're going out of the country and would like the unlock code for your phone they will provide it for you free of charge
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Not the one who purchased this phone.
Live overseas.
If you live overseas, get the Incredible S, it's the same phone, but meant for non-Verizon customers/people who want the Inc2, but live overseas.
pinakaeus said:
If you live overseas, get the Incredible S, it's the same phone, but meant for non-Verizon customers/people who want the Inc2, but live overseas.
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Best advice.
Verizon won't give me the unlock code, they tell me I have to be out of the country first with the other provider's SIM. Is that true? What number should I call and what should I say (or what option should I pick?)
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Verizon won't give me the unlock code, they tell me I have to be out of the country first with the other provider's SIM. Is that true? What number should I call and what should I say (or what option should I pick?)
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That's the same thing they told me. I have tried 3 different unlocking sites and non of them could get the code. They said my imei is too new.
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Did you call the global support number? You'll need to call that one to get anywhere.
im not sure if we're talking about the same unlocking number, but i got my unlock code from gsmliberty.net, and I can use the phone on t-mobile now! if you need proof, check out my youtube video on it, if you make a youtube video of you unlocking it, they refund you the price you pay! But that site is completely legit, and I got my code in about 5 minutes, hope this helps!
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im not sure if we're talking about the same unlocking number, but i got my unlock code from gsmliberty.net, and I can use the phone on t-mobile now! if you need proof, check out my youtube video on it, if you make a youtube video of you unlocking it, they refund you the price you pay! But that site is completely legit, and I got my code in about 5 minutes, hope this helps!
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I tried them and 1 month later im still waiting on a refund because they couldn't get a code for my phone.
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Where?
huh and what?:banghead:
wish777 said:
huh and what?:banghead:
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Pms-ing buddy?
i have no idea i think he means sim unlock code?
llsektorll said:
i have no idea i think he means sim unlock code?
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Lol of course i mean sim unlock code....what other unlock code can a sammy device have?
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Unlock codes are unique to each device. They are generated by the carrier are third party using the device's unique IMEI code as part of the input.
same question
I have a similar question haha but a more specific question.
Anyone have suggestions as to which site to go to for unlocking a Rogers galaxy note II?
I heard its pretty new device so not a lot of sites have it yet, just wondering if anyone succeeded in SIM unlocking their device from Rogers.
lollipox said:
I have a similar question haha but a more specific question.
Anyone have suggestions as to which site to go to for unlocking a Rogers galaxy note II?
I heard its pretty new device so not a lot of sites have it yet, just wondering if anyone succeeded in SIM unlocking their device from Rogers.
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30 bucks from ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/110977399328
lollipox said:
I have a similar question haha but a more specific question.
Anyone have suggestions as to which site to go to for unlocking a Rogers galaxy note II?
I heard its pretty new device so not a lot of sites have it yet, just wondering if anyone succeeded in SIM unlocking their device from Rogers.
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For my S3, I used unlock.gsmcanada.com. $20, and it took about 8 hours once I sent them my info. It was a Rogers phone.
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lollipox said:
I have a similar question haha but a more specific question.
Anyone have suggestions as to which site to go to for unlocking a Rogers galaxy note II?
I heard its pretty new device so not a lot of sites have it yet, just wondering if anyone succeeded in SIM unlocking their device from Rogers.
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A popular one is cellunlocker.net
sonny21 said:
A popular one is cellunlocker.net
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I just placed an order on cellunlocker.net. I will let you guys know how it is!
These guys have always worked and when they6 could not get me a un lock code(very rare)they refunded my money immediately.
http://www.cellunlocker.net/
I used cellunlocker on my Bell Note II the other day. Took about 3 hours and cost $33.
For my S3 I chatted with. ATT online support and they gave it to me. Havent tried it with my note2 yet.
Two and a half years ago I got my Sony Xperia X10 unlocked in two hours by https://www.mobileincanada.com. Back then I had a coupon and it was $5.
Now I have no coupon and the cost is $20 (+HST), which is still the lowest price I can find. I'm going there again. The speed of unlocking is (understandably) dependent on the brand, apparently HTC, LG and Motorola provide phones in seconds, Samsung is reported to take between 8 and 24 minutes.
I'll report back if/when I get my code.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982
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el56 said:
Two and a half years ago I got my Sony Xperia X10 unlocked in two hours by https://www.mobileincanada.com. Back then I had a coupon and it was $5.
Now I have no coupon and the cost is $20 (+HST), which is still the lowest price I can find. I'm going there again. The speed of unlocking is (understandably) dependent on the brand, apparently HTC, LG and Motorola provide phones in seconds, Samsung is reported to take between 8 and 24 minutes.
I'll report back if/when I get my code.
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Well it took them two hours, but they supplied a code. To enable it you have to insert a SIM card from some carrier other than the one you're locked to, and then type in the code.
And then I saw this:
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982
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That post contains a method to access an internal system menu, and to use the menu to sim-unlock the phone. The command to get the menu does work on my Rogers GN2, and I followed the steps, but I don't have access to another carrier's micro-sim so I'm not yet able to test it.
It'll be a neat trick if it turns out to work, and it means that anyone's GN2 can be unlocked for free without needing mobileincanada.com (or anyone else). And if anyone knows where I might find documentation for the rest of that system menu, that would be appreciated.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982
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This method is confirmed to work on AT&T's GN2! Worked for me! Just follow the steps exactly and make sure you have a SIM card from another carrier to test when you reboot.
:good::good:
I am just waiting to get to the US to test this on Rogers version with an AT&T sim.
Will update when I do.
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I have rooted my tmobile sgs3 t-mobile sgh-t999..is there a simple(FREE WAY TO UNLOCK IT..PLEASE HELP
Hey looking for the same thing this is my second s3 I had a Verizon an rooted an was really easy to get unlocked with this tool but been looking around an getting mixed Info but I can tell u that their is definitely a unlock method for the cdma Verizon one might take a look at that thread an see if it works just got mine a hour ago gonna root mine soon =)
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For T-Mobile, you just call them and ask nicely.
http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-1588
You can tell them you are going to Europe and want to use your phone on the trip.
Got me the unlock code for this one.
The codes are cheap on eBay, as well.
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Me too. I just asked nicely. I'm even on the installment plan. I never thought it would work.....the lady told me that she would put in a request and I got it in my e mail later that day.
Good luck
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are they different for each device? if so how can you buy from ebay. if the code is universal no one wants to post it? I just don't understand how this works.
say you are going out of nation to tmobile.
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are they different for each device? if so how can you buy from ebay. if the code is universal no one wants to post it? I just don't understand how this works.
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It's a unique code for each phone. You send them your IMEI and they can look up your specific code from some database.
i have a situation here..my dad bought S3 for me and send it to Philippines where i live at the moment..any suggestion on how can i unlock Tmo S3 without paying a person or site/s to unlock it...LAST OPTION would be PAYING
EDIT: i can't register on Tmobile site cuz i live in the Philippines and my dad won't give his number to me =\
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Bitcloud30 said:
i have a situation here..my dad bought S3 for me and send it to Philippines where i live at the moment..any suggestion on how can i unlock Tmo S3 without paying a person or site/s to unlock it...LAST OPTION would be PAYING
EDIT: i can't register on Tmobile site cuz i live in the Philippines and my dad won't give his number to me =\
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As somebody said earlier call t-mobile and talk nice and they might send you the unlock code but this will work only if the phoe is registered with t-mobile (bought from t-mobile)
Else pay for unlock code. many sources available on the web or may try a local dealer who may do it for you.
Good luck
Just read this...damn I was hoping you could unlock it like the G2 bummer guess I'll have to call. I thought you had to have the phone for 3 months though can anyone confirm?
Hi guys! first, thanks for your time.
I'm going crazy finding unlock code for my HTC One X.
I bought it on December 2012, from Personal (Telecom) Argentina.
I tried almost all the Ebay publications an all claim to don't have the unlock code.
I tried also, some pages too. I don't have any problem to pay for "fresh db" or something but I'm traveling out of my country in 1 month, and I need the unlock code in order to use local company from the other country.
Anyone know a VERY good page for unlock?
Thanks again for your time, and hope you all have a nice day.
deftoner said:
Hi guys! first, thanks for your time.
I'm going crazy finding unlock code for my HTC One X.
I bought it on December 2012, from Personal (Telecom) Argentina.
I tried almost all the Ebay publications an all claim to don't have the unlock code.
I tried also, some pages too. I don't have any problem to pay for "fresh db" or something but I'm traveling out of my country in 1 month, and I need the unlock code in order to use local company from the other country.
Anyone know a VERY good page for unlock?
Thanks again for your time, and hope you all have a nice day.
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I think SIM Unlock is not possible without S-Off...
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The OP is right, SIM unlock is possible with the right code. Most people that did this bought it indeed from eBay. Maybe you can get some more info at your provider, or at least the provider where its locked to ?
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The OP is right, SIM unlock is possible with the right code. Most people that did this bought it indeed from eBay. Maybe you can get some more info at your provider, or at least the provider where its locked to ?
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Thanks for the quick reply guys.
My provider will give me the unlock code when the contract ends (in 1 more year).
I unlocked a lots of cellphones for friends, via ebay. But I don0t understand why nobody got the un lock code for my imei.
PD: I'm not asking for a software or rom for sim-unlock. Just good unlock pages to try (where you pay for the code).
Thanks again hope you have a wonderful weekend.
deftoner said:
Thanks for the quick reply guys.
My provider will give me the unlock code when the contract ends (in 1 more year).
I unlocked a lots of cellphones for friends, via ebay. But I don0t understand why nobody got the un lock code for my imei.
PD: I'm not asking for a software or rom for sim-unlock. Just good unlock pages to try (where you pay for the code).
Thanks again hope you have a wonderful weekend.
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I successfully used cellunlocker.net on my previous hox and it was a tuff one as 2 other sites failed. Actually even they failed first attempt and I believe I had to try their 'alternate method' which worked. Took a few days though.
Good luck
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herbie13 said:
I successfully used cellunlocker.net on my previous hox and it was a tuff one as 2 other sites failed. Actually even they failed first attempt and I believe I had to try their 'alternate method' which worked. Took a few days though.
Good luck
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I already use that servce, but 2 month ago, so I'll give it a try (again)
thanks for your reply Herbie!
try this site. i use it at work for most of the phones. http://www.cellfixunlock.com/index.php
aaahmedaaa said:
try this site. i use it at work for most of the phones. http://www.cellfixunlock.com/index.php
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thanks aaahmedaaa, I'm weiting for a reply on other site, if they dont have the unlock code I will use this
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I already use that servce, but 2 month ago, so I'll give it a try (again)
thanks for your reply Herbie!
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Its a bit vague but I seem to remember they didn't have my code in their existing lists but advised me to use the alternate method on the website which I think means they ask HTC directly for it
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try this site. i use it at work for most of the phones. http://www.cellfixunlock.com/index.php
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I tried this site and the dont have the code and the DONT refund me was a waste of time and money. First time that not even paypal or the site refund me
Orange UK wanted to charge me £20 for an unlock code!
£3 on ebay.....You can guess which one I went for???
At least with ebay you have some payment protection.