Is there anyway to unlock these phones... - T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII

I have a T-Mobile sg3...and was wondering if I could unlock my phone so I could use any sim card I wanted...any help would be appreciated...thanks in advance...
P.s...only reason I posted this here cause I already screached Google but everything wants money to unlock...what's up with that...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2023709
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re: Unlock phone
phordych05 said:
I have a T-Mobile sg3...and was wondering if I could unlock my phone so I could use any sim card I wanted...any help would be appreciated...thanks in advance...
P.s...only reason I posted this here cause I already screached Google but everything wants money to unlock...what's up with that...
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Try this:
1. Enter the following into the dialer: *#197328640#
2. From the menu that appears choose
Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF >
(after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back,
now you are in [6] Network Lock then choose [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ .....
wait for a minute then reboot your phone...
There is no confirmation on the phone that the unlock was successfull....
just reboot your phone....
Good luck and be careful when doing this.

Misterjunky said:
Try this:
1. Enter the following into the dialer: *#197328640#
2. From the menu that appears choose
Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF >
(after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back,
now you are in [6] Network Lock then choose [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ .....
wait for a minute then reboot your phone...
There is no confirmation on the phone that the unlock was successfull....
just reboot your phone....
Good luck and be careful when doing this.
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I posted a link to the Sim unlock instructions already. So they could be addressed in that thread and not s new one
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re: link
monkeypaws said:
I posted a link to the Sim unlock instructions already. So they could be addressed in that thread and not s new one
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Aren't you forgetting that this is the Q&A thread?
The guy had a question and I had the answer, if not for all the questions and
answers here this would not be a Q&A thread.
Hey I got a great idea, why not start your own "LINKS Q&A"" thread here, I bet it would be very popular. LOL

Misterjunky said:
Aren't you forgetting that this is the Q&A thread?
The guy had a question and I had the answer, if not for all the questions and
answers here this would not be a Q&A thread.
Hey I got a great idea, why not start your own "LINKS Q&A"" thread here, I bet it would be very popular. LOL
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Tomatoe tomato
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i317 unlock: code vs. cable

I am trying to get my ATT Note 2 i317 unlocked. It looks like there are 2 ways to do it. Cable unlock vs. code unlock.
I have code unlocked phones before, and it works fine. Looks like the cable unlock is a hack to the same end. It is a cheaper way.
Does anyone know if the cable unlock is a good way to unlock, or if there may be consequence? Is it worth saving the $15?
Thanks.
Sim unlock ? Check the recent threads for a phone code to bring up internal unlock. Seems to be working well for many people. And its free!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982
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spycedtx said:
Sim unlock ? Check the recent threads for a phone code to bring up internal unlock. Seems to be working well for many people. And its free!
[/COLOR]http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2014982
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Worked perfectly on my at&t I317!
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cowfunone said:
I am trying to get my ATT Note 2 i317 unlocked. It looks like there are 2 ways to do it. Cable unlock vs. code unlock.
I have code unlocked phones before, and it works fine. Looks like the cable unlock is a hack to the same end. It is a cheaper way.
Does anyone know if the cable unlock is a good way to unlock, or if there may be consequence? Is it worth saving the $15?
Thanks.
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FREE
Just dial the following keys *#197328640#
Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF > (after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, Hit menu then go back to [6] Network Lock then choose [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone. UNLOCKED
I confirm this works on T-889 and T-999 (GN2 & S3)
sucramedoog said:
FREE
Just dial the following keys *#197328640#
Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF > (after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, Hit menu then go back to [6] Network Lock then choose [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone. UNLOCKED
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Tried this severally. not working. help. thanks
ziainaction said:
Tried this severally. not working. help. thanks
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Necro.
ROM, modem version? It's difficult to help with no knowledge of your device. Here is a thread for this method though that most likely answers these for you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34661189
xBkKx said:
Necro.
ROM, modem version? It's difficult to help with no knowledge of your device. Here is a thread for this method though that most likely answers these for you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34661189
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ROM is stock. though I rooted it. baseband version is i317ucalj2. thanks
The cable method is slightly sketchy, because you will be giving a stranger complete access to all personal information on your pc and phone. If you trust the person, or can verify their reputation, why not?
If you are with AT&T and are in good standing, you can ask for your unlock code for free. It takes two days or less to get it.
But you have the correct modem installed (J2) to perform the above listed steps. If you followed them you should be unlocked. You would have to verify it by using another carrier's Sim card.
Note 2 unlocking woes
ziainaction said:
ROM is stock. though I rooted it. baseband version is i317ucalj2. thanks
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Will this method also work on a stock Note 2 i317? I have searched for two days now for a way to unlock my Note 2 with no luck.
It fails for me too. That code just gives me an error "Connection problem or invalid MMI code"
It's an ATT note 2, GT-N7105. I'm running Liquid smooth 3.2 with the kernal that comes with the rom. The baseband is I317UCUBMJ. I don't get it.
The modem (baseband) has to be J2. It's the only firmware with the unlock menu.
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rangercaptain said:
The modem (baseband) has to be J2. It's the only firmware with the unlock menu.
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Thanks, I know the modem is really old. It's the only thing I've never been comfortable flashing. I guess I'll update that tonight too.
rangercaptain said:
The cable method is slightly sketchy, because you will be giving a stranger complete access to all personal information on your pc and phone. If you trust the person, or can verify their reputation, why not?
If you are with AT&T and are in good standing, you can ask for your unlock code for free. It takes two days or less to get it.
But you have the correct modem installed (J2) to perform the above listed steps. If you followed them you should be unlocked. You would have to verify it by using another carrier's Sim card.
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I did all perfectly. Not working
I think I will just purchase d unlock code
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Is there a method to unlock the Rogers SGH-i317m
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[Q] Is there a way to unlock a N7100 for free?

Hello,
is there a way to sim unlock a N7100 for free? I have just got it with 4.1.2. I have seen the unlock method with 4.1 but to be honest i am a bit scared to downgrade it since there are so many reports about bricked devices with this version.
So far i have rooted the phone but i need to sim unlock it for a overseas trip.
TIA
edited... nevermind.
I took the rist and flashed the stock rom with 4.1.1 which i get confirmed in the "about this phone" section
I still dont have the option to unlock it
Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF >
When i enter the menu i dont have "UMTS" nor "Perso SHA256 OFF"
Any idea what to do? I have heard i need to downgrade the radio now too? Could anyone tell me which one for a tmobile - austria device
Come on guys, someone must know something about. So far i have found galaxsim unlock. Problem is that i have got no credit card and the play store morons dont accept paypal...
Try http://cellunlocker.net/samsung-unlock.php
I am looking for a free solution. They charge 25.-
Dont know if its anygood but probably worth a try: http://androidunlock.me/unlocker/
Come back and let us all know if it worked or not for you .
Try with this... it is the galaxy unlock spk when it was still free... so no piracy here!
http://db.tt/dfwYmenA
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lglossman said:
Try with this... it is the galaxy unlock spk when it was still free... so no piracy here!
http://db.tt/dfwYmenA
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Thank you, worked just perfectly. Done in seconds
dosada said:
Thank you, worked just perfectly. Done in seconds
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Glad it helped!

Unlocking a frozen phone?

Is there anyway to get around paying to have my s3 unlocked. I've tried all the trick codes and different sim cards. But from what I've read tmo has a freeze on their phones now. Is there anyway to get around this?
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710slim said:
Is there anyway to get around paying to have my s3 unlocked. I've tried all the trick codes and different sim cards. But from what I've read tmo has a freeze on their phones now. Is there anyway to get around this?
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This usually does the job.....
Just dial the following keys *#197328640#
Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF > (after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back, now you are in [6] Network Lock then choose [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone... enjoy!!!
Give it a try, cannot hurt anything.
Good luck!
Try doing that on a stock rom as well just to be sure. Also, if you don't have the slightest idea what you are looking at in those menu's, best to just nevermind.
Sent while sleeping in chair.
no luck
I tried a unlocking website n they said the firmware wont let me unlock the phone and they couldn't help me. Is there anyway around this?
Downgrade to 4.1.1 and LJA baseband, after that try the codes above and it should work
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Or you may not need to downgrade to 4.1.1 just the baseband, but thats how i did it
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How do I downgrade just the baseband? Right now I'm running Hyperdrive rls13. Just curious can I downgrade all the way to 4.0.4, would that help with unlocking? I have the unlock code from tmo but I cannot for the life of me get to the screen that asks for the unlock code. I've tried different sims and all the samsung codes. Please help!!!
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710slim said:
How do I downgrade just the baseband? Right now I'm running Hyperdrive rls13. Just curious can I downgrade all the way to 4.0.4, would that help with unlocking? I have the unlock code from tmo but I cannot for the life of me get to the screen that asks for the unlock code. I've tried different sims and all the samsung codes. Please help!!!
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You flash just the baseband. From the thread in the dev forum.
Download this and flash it in recovery. http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=22964708692722219
Ita the LJC baseband
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Problem with unlocking Note 2! Help plz!

hey guys, i tried this method on i317m from rogers,
'Note: your phone must be running at least Jelly Bean 4.1.1 (if 4.1.1 does not work, try 4.1.0) otherwise some of the menu choices are not present
Just dial the following keys *#197328640#
Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF > (after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back, now you are in [6] Network Lock then choose [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone... enjoy!!! There is no confirmation on the phone that the unlock was successfull.... just reboot your phone....
To test, just insert a sim card from a different carrier/provider. If the new sim card works then your phone is now unlocked.
I have done this to my other Note 2 N7105 originally locked to Orange.....'
the problem is when i press menu and go back one step, there isnt any option 4 for me to press, how can i solve it? i tried couple times, its from rogers... thx in advance!
Only works in 4.1.1 not 4.1.2. You will need to downgrade or flash the 4.1.1 radio.
diggs_r said:
Only works in 4.1.1 not 4.1.2. You will need to downgrade or flash the 4.1.1 radio.
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oh thanks, i will try it first tmr then, thx so much!
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[Q] Unlock AT&T Galaxy S3 SGH-i747

I have this phone I want to unlock for my carrier (T-Mobile)
AT&T gave me an unlock code that did not work. We tried it more than 5 times and AT&T says that it is permanently locked to AT&T.
Is there a way that I can get this phone unlocked?
Thanks.
give this a shot
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2029650
mattio781 said:
give this a shot
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2029650
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Thanks, but I tried this and it did not work.
rkmullins said:
I have this phone I want to unlock for my carrier (T-Mobile)
AT&T gave me an unlock code that did not work. We tried it more than 5 times and AT&T says that it is permanently locked to AT&T.
Is there a way that I can get this phone unlocked?
Thanks.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2176719
Try this... Pretty simple.
DMF1977 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2176719
Try this... Pretty simple.
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Unlock your Samsung Galaxy S3, Note 2 and Ruby. Free. No Rooting. No Hacking.
Just dial the following keys *#197328640#
Main Menu
[1] UMTS
[1] Debug Screen
[8] Phone Control
[6] Network Lock
Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF
(after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back, now you are in
[6] Network Lock then choose
[4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone
I tried the instructions from the link you gave me, however when I wait the 30 seconds and select "back" I do not get the option
"[4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ". What I get is [4] RAT_FREE_SUPPORTING ON
rkmullins said:
Unlock your Samsung Galaxy S3, Note 2 and Ruby. Free. No Rooting. No Hacking.
Just dial the following keys *#197328640#
Main Menu
[1] UMTS
[1] Debug Screen
[8] Phone Control
[6] Network Lock
Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF
(after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back, now you are in
[6] Network Lock then choose
[4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone
I tried the instructions from the link you gave me, however when I wait the 30 seconds and select "back" I do not get the option
"[4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ". What I get is [4] RAT_FREE_SUPPORTING ON
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Are you completely stock? It worked for me before I ever rooted my phone...
DMF1977 said:
Are you completely stock? It worked for me before I ever rooted my phone...
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Absolutely stock. Just got it from my daughter in-law who bought it from AT&T and can barely use it never mind root it.
rkmullins said:
Absolutely stock. Just got it from my daughter in-law who bought it from AT&T and can barely use it never mind root it.
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Ok, this might be a stupid question, but did u use the menu button and go back from there, or just hit the arrow back button on the bottom of your phone???
Are you on 4.1.1 or 4.1.2?
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DMF1977 said:
Ok, this might be a stupid question, but did u use the menu button and go back from there, or just hit the arrow back button on the bottom of your phone???
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I used the menu button.
rkmullins said:
I used the menu button.
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Not really sure then bro, unless is has to do with which version u are on, as stated by gc84245...
gc84245 said:
Are you on 4.1.1 or 4.1.2?
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I have 4.1.2
rkmullins said:
I have 4.1.2
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Might have something to do with it. I was still on 4.1.1 when I did it back in May...
rkmullins said:
I have 4.1.2
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It doesn't work on 4.1.2. Make a backup, then use Odin to go back to 4.1.1, then unlock using this method, then upgrade back to 4.1.2 and/or restore backup if you wish.
gc84245 said:
It doesn't work on 4.1.2. Make a backup, then use Odin to go back to 4.1.1, then unlock using this method, then upgrade back to 4.1.2 and/or restore backup if you wish.
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Thank you.
I have finally come to that decision through my research. My issue now is finding the right version of Odin (I think 3.07 is the latest) and the correct version of 4.1.1 for my phone.
yes is very nice solution
unlock4life
Worked perfectly. Stock Bell SGS3.
Now, it wasn't stock to begin with - I was running Task650's AOKP on it. Of course the instructions didn't work on that so I flashed a stock Bell ROM onto it then it worked perfectly. Phone unlocked on the first try.
Some of the menu items weren't exactly in the same place but they had the same names so no problems finding them.
Thanks!
rkmullins said:
Unlock your Samsung Galaxy S3, Note 2 and Ruby. Free. No Rooting. No Hacking.
Just dial the following keys *#197328640#
Main Menu
[1] UMTS
[1] Debug Screen
[8] Phone Control
[6] Network Lock
Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF
(after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back, now you are in
[6] Network Lock then choose
[4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone
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