My phone (and my wife's MyTouch 4G) are both rooted and running AOSP ROMs. Do I still need an unlock code from T-Mobile before I can switch to Straight Talk Wireless?
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Yes.. I still need an unlock code to use it with a different carrier
Rooting does not unlock your phone. Common misconception
Thanks guys. I knew rooting didn't affect SIM lock, but wasn't sure about running a whole different ROM.
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JaylanPHNX said:
Thanks guys. I knew rooting didn't affect SIM lock, but wasn't sure about running a whole different ROM.
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you also need to call straight talk to give them you imei and phone info i did it for att worked fine if it works let me know i might get a strau=ight t. sim too lol good day to you :fingers-crossed:
Well I live chatted with T-Mobile support and put in a request for unlock codes. Hopefully I'll get those within 24 hours. Then it's on to Straight Talk.
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Okay, I've got my unlock codes and my SIM cards, but now I'm having another issue. I put the straight talk SIM card into the phone, but was never prompted to enter the unlock code. I can make and receive calls and have data, but it won't let me dial Straight Talk's voicemail number. I get an error that says my call can't be completed as dialed and to call 611 for assistance. Is there a way to force the prompt for the SIM unlock code, cause I think that's my problem?
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JaylanPHNX said:
Okay, I've got my unlock codes and my SIM cards, but now I'm having another issue. I put the straight talk SIM card into the phone, but was never prompted to enter the unlock code. I can make and receive calls and have data, but it won't let me dial Straight Talk's voicemail number. I get an error that says my call can't be completed as dialed and to call 611 for assistance. Is there a way to force the prompt for the SIM unlock code, cause I think that's my problem?
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You have to be on Stock Rom (ICS) to be able to input the code.
So, you have to flash back the stock Rom, unlock it and flash back
whatever Rom you want after that.
Thanks. Though I'm beginning to think that may not be the problem, since I can make calls and get data. Just not sure why I can dial Straight Talk voicemail.
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you can always call tmobile and have them unlock it for you
Thanks, but I forgot to update: all is well, the issue wasn't the unlock, but a problem on Straight Talk's end that they eventually resolved.
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I recently sold my Incredible 2 to a friend and he is trying to use it on T-Mobile. I know this is possible, but I have no idea how to do it. The phone is S-OFF by XTC Clip running a custom ROM. When he inserts his SIM it doesn't ask for the unlock code, how can I get it to ask? Is there something else I need to do? Help much appreciated!
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I recently sold my Incredible 2 to a friend and he is trying to use it on T-Mobile. I know this is possible, but I have no idea how to do it. The phone is S-OFF by XTC Clip running a custom ROM. When he inserts his SIM it doesn't ask for the unlock code, how can I get it to ask? Is there something else I need to do? Help much appreciated!
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It wouldn't need to if you did it via xtc clip. That's a hardware unlock so it gets the Sim slot at the same time.
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It wouldn't need to if you did it via xtc clip. That's a hardware unlock so it gets the Sim slot at the same time.
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So he doesn't need the SIM unlock code? I know the slot is unlocked, but the phone doesn't get service with his SIM card inserted. Is there a way to get the SIM card unlock prompt?
TB13 said:
So he doesn't need the SIM unlock code? I know the slot is unlocked, but the phone doesn't get service with his SIM card inserted. Is there a way to get the SIM card unlock prompt?
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That I have no idea. Sorry bud, anyone else have any idea on how to get this done?
So he called T-Mobile and they told him it should just work if the phone is unlocked, like you said above. He got the IMSI number and is calling them back, I have never done anything like this before so I have no idea what I'm doing
Still nothing, can someone please help me.
Since it is running a custom ROM, does that ROM support GSM? I would try the phone with zeus or Andy Bones stock rooted ROM just to be sure.
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He tried CM7 and another sense ROM, I'm not sure if either of those support GSM, but I will have him try out Andy's stock ROM in a few.
Any luck?
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Also check the mobile network settings and see if it is set to switch between cdma and GSM. Actually if he is strictly on GSM then I would turn off cdma all together.
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Does the DI2 has service at all or problems with data/mms only? Does the T-Mobile name show up as the carrier with the phone in GSM mode? For T-Mo, one has to subscribe or enroll in one of the data plan/option for mobile broadband access.
Is the T-Mo chip working or taken from another working T-Mo phone? Can you check for basic voice only service using an AT&T chip (prepaid or postpaid)?
Does it ring on incoming voice calls and answer? (Just starting with all the basics to try to eliminate the obvious ... )
If these checks are confirmed as functional - check and edit the APN and mobile internet/MMS settings (default locked to VZW/Vodafone ??) - changes made & saved?
Not all Sense ROMs are verified as GSM compatible (3.5 won't work, 3.0 is the highest with Sense 2.1/3.0 and hybrid usually with GSM functionalty) SR's Zeus V1.3 is good, same with andyBones's ROM or RMK's Ginger Sense released last year.
You need a P.U.K Code to unlock the apn side of the phone then input manually into new apn.
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Why'd you use XTC clip instead of Revolutionary?
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Here are some steps I used to help me use Incredible 2 for Tmobile
1. Under settings go to "Security" and "Disable SIM card lock" to enter the code. I bought my unlock code from ebay for $.99 from dr.unlockusa....others couldn't do it and refunded my money.
2. Make sure the back cover is on since antenna is integrated on the back cover. Also make sure that SIM card is inserted correctly...cut slanted side faces down.
3. Go to "Wireless and Network" and "Mobile Networks"....after your phone detects the sim card, you should now be able to click "GSM/UMTS MODE" under "Preferred Network".
4. After step 3, click "GSM/UMTS Options" and click APN settings. It should be blank....hit menu( it should be second button from left on the bottom) and add apn setting. Google APN settings for whatever network you're trying to use...either tmobile or at&t....and enter those settings....
5. Everytime you switch network or factory rest (done under "SD &phone storage) APN setting has to be entered again...it sucks...
hope this helped...
I have a T-Mobile Galaxy Note 2
I followed the free unlocking instruction here and was able to unlock for Straight Talk T-Mobile SIM card.
Phone and txt work, but no data service. I have checked my APN settings 200 times and tried the two versions that StraightTalk gives you, rebooted the phone many times, no luck.
How do I fix this? Is there a way to reverse this free unlocking? Update firmware to somehow wipe/start phone fresh again? or do I need to change the band the phone uses to get a data signal?
Thanks in advanced, I've read loads of posts and this is my last resort.
Im having the same problem.... I can't get data on my new straight talk account. So now i have a pretty paperweight sitting on my desk.
It was StraightTalks problem
creativeround said:
I have a T-Mobile Galaxy Note 2
I followed the free unlocking instruction here and was able to unlock for Straight Talk T-Mobile SIM card.
Phone and txt work, but no data service. I have checked my APN settings 200 times and tried the two versions that StraightTalk gives you, rebooted the phone many times, no luck.
How do I fix this? Is there a way to reverse this free unlocking? Update firmware to somehow wipe/start phone fresh again? or do I need to change the band the phone uses to get a data signal?
Thanks in advanced, I've read loads of posts and this is my last resort.
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Turns out the problem was with Straight Talk. When they ported my number, it was 100% ported. They reinitialized my account on the phone and it started working again.
If you have this problem, call/email StraightTalk, it is not because of the free unlocking method, it does truly unlock your phone without a code.
I have an S3 rooted with 4.3.
I have a Metro PCS sim which I am trying to use with this phone.
The phone seems able to read the sim OK.
Under status I can see my phone number.
Everything else is unknown. Network is unknown, Mobile network type is unknown, service state is out of service.
I get full signal too, but when I go to mobile networks, I receive a message "Insert SIM card to access network services"
So I can see my phone number, and I dont have a message telling me to insert sim when I start the phone.
I have checked with Tmobile and I know the phone is not black listed, but when I make a call I get not registered on the network.
I do see also my IMEI number and seems to be correct under about
I really dont know where else to look for answers. I would love some help with this.
Any ideas?
Anyone?
Do you have the 4.3 modem? And also did you add the device to your line? Otherwise it won't work no matter what you do
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Do you have the 4.3 modem? And also did you add the device to your line? Otherwise it won't work no matter what you do
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The Baseband version is T999UVUEMJC.
I tried to add this phone by contacting Metro, and they told me that they couldn't because the phone is locked. I contacted T-mobile, and the person sent a request to get it unlocked, and said that I should wait 72 hours to hear from someone. I waited more then 72 hours, and I called T-mobile again, and then I was told that I needed to have service before they could unlock the phone. I was not sure if that was the issue since the phone did not give me the invalid sim card error.
I went to Metros site to see if I can check the IMEI. Their system said the phone was lost or stolen. I called T-mobile to check on the IMEI, and they told me its fine and there are no blocks, and ready to activate.
I also confirmed the status using both Swappa, and checkesnfree. They both say the phone is ok. I would think just using the Sim should work, but I am not sure what to believe.
Ok there are 2 things you need to do.
1) update your modem to a 4.3 modem
2) add the device to your line.. Just swapping sim cards will not work. It also doesn't need to be unlocked.. Any T-Mobile phone will work with metro as long as its in a gsm market, so you might want to try doing it again.. I worked at metro so that's how I know all this
Edit: never mind you do have a 4.3 modem my mistake for reading too quickly.. But it looks like you're set to go, you just need to add the device to your line, so try adding it again
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Okay, I have a Galaxy Note II i317, it used to be my mother's until she had a very tiny crack across the screen to which she got a new Note II at the time. I recently decided to try and use the phone with Straight Talk....
A few things I've done/tried...
Putting the Straight Talk SIM card into the phone, reads No SIM/Emergency Calls Only
Changed the Firmware back to 4.1.1 from 4.1.2 and tried to unlock the phone using the unlock code...unsuccessful
Tried Rooting the phone and using TWRP to change the Baseband... no avail...
I guess the main question I have is if I can even do anything at all to use the phone, or would the IMEI be blocked because of the replacement phone?
Any and all help would be appreciated!!!
Thanks!!![/SIZE]
IMEI should not be blocked...(check with carrier to confirm)..
Straight talk is essentially AT&T...but does use a different APN...
And if the SIM is not provisioned for use by your carrier...the phone will show the inactive SIM message.
Once you have determined the SIM is active and correct...you can set up the new APN in your mobile settings menu and be good...
Give them a call and they can help...
You will likely need a new SIM CARD....g
Should I call Straight Talk, At&t, or both? I know the SIM works in my S III currently. I just really don't want to let this phone go to waste.
Give straight talk a call first...as they provide the service..g
"SIM Suddenly *Perso* Locked?!" <-- (Thread Tittle Typo)
Hello XDA. Mayhaps you can help me solve a problem that came out of literally nowhere.
I'm using an AT&T Galaxy Note II on Metro PCS with Cyanogenmod 13, and I have been using this setup for a few months now with almost no issues. Now don't get me wrong, I've had some hiccups here and there. Random reboots, camera issues, once I even lost ALL of my personal data for seemingly no reason at all.
Right this very moment, however, my phone just randomly rebooted, which I'm used to, but upon unlocking my phone after startup all I get is "Unlock Sim Network Pin" - "Sim Perso Locked Emergency Calls Only"
I have NO idea what is going on or why this happened in the first place. I don't have the slightest clue on how to fix this at this hour other than paying for an unlock code from a third party, but there's no way I'm doing that! Please help.
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My phone rebooted and now the SIM is locked for no reason. Pls hlp
How did you sim unlock the phone in order to use Metro PCS? You mean the sim is locked in that the sim card is asking for a pin?
audit13 said:
How did you sim unlock the phone in order to use Metro PCS? You mean the sim is locked in that the sim card is asking for a pin?
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When I bought the phone off of a friend they asked at&t to unlock it and they obliged.
Yes, that's exactly what I mean. Every time I restart the phone it asks for a pin to unlock SIM.
I'll update with screenshots.
Once the phone is unlocked via code, it should be permanently network unlocked. Do you still have the unlock code?
If the sim is asking for a pin, sounds like a setting in the security may have been changed to prompt for a pin. Did you try entering 1234 or 0000?
Same thing just happened to me, what was your solution? Phone worked fine yesterday, powered down from battery use, when I plugged it back /charged it, it was doing the perso lock thing.