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World phone question - insert SIM here

I am thinking of picking up a DInc 2 when I upgrade from my DInc to a Rezound. The DInc 2 would be used for a home phone and international travel (our family travel is primarily international).
My question is, can I just pick up a SIM in Europe or Southeast Asia and put it in and there I go? Or do I need to use Verizon's Worldphone service? As you all may know, international cell phone rates in Europe and Asia are cheaper than here, and in some cases there are no additional "international" calling rates.
Sorry if this is a repeat, but I searched the DInc 2 threads very briefly before asking.
Thanks in advance for all help!
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WookieFan said:
I am thinking of picking up a DInc 2 when I upgrade from my DInc to a Rezound. The DInc 2 would be used for a home phone and international travel (our family travel is primarily international).
My question is, can I just pick up a SIM in Europe or Southeast Asia and put it in and there I go? Or do I need to use Verizon's Worldphone service? As you all may know, international cell phone rates in Europe and Asia are cheaper than here, and in some cases there are no additional "international" calling rates.
Sorry if this is a repeat, but I searched the DInc 2 threads very briefly before asking.
Thanks in advance for all help!
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you can use any sim, but have to use The Verizon unlock code that you can call and ask them for.
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knipp21 said:
you can use any sim, but have to use The Verizon unlock code that you can call and ask them for.
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Once you use the unlock code, do you ever need to re-enter the code after flashing another ROM or doing any type of reset? When I asked for my code, the tech told me I would need to reenter it after a factory reset. (I am sure they were assuming I would still be using the factory ROM.)

I'm thinkin about picking up the Dinc2 and using it until I buy the Rezound. It has GSM/CDMA bands, but Im curious to know if it could work on T-Mobile so I can let my little brother use it.

I had no problem unlocking my inc2 when I visited England a couple months ago. Just phone verizon up and if the rep won't unlock it just keep calling until you get one who will. Do not listen to what they say. 99% of the time the reps know next to nothing about unlocking and will try to sell you an international plan.

General_Tso said:
Once you use the unlock code, do you ever need to re-enter the code after flashing another ROM or doing any type of reset? When I asked for my code, the tech told me I would need to reenter it after a factory reset. (I am sure they were assuming I would still be using the factory ROM.)
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unlocking the phone Sim Card is permanent , you will not be asked for it again whatever you do
You can use any Sim Card and it will work
After factory reset : if you are using the original ( stock ) firmware , then you need Verizon activation ( Very big problem if there is no Verizon coverage) . if you are rooted you will not be asked for activation
the stock software has stock recovery which will erase All internal memory parts including Verizon Programing during Factory reset
after rooting , a Custom recovery like CMW is installed , Custom recovery does not erase the Part including Verizon Programming during Factory reset , therefore no activation will be required
if you Did a factory Reset By mistake while you are Abroad (there is No Verizon Service) using Stock Rom ( i.e Not Rooted ) there are 2 Solutions :
Solutions 1 is to Call Verizon and follow instructions ?? ( i don't know if it works ,but i guess it will )
Solutions 2 is to reprogram CDMA information manually until you get Back using Software for that ( I don't know if it is Permitted by Verizon ,Check first with them ) . this method is confirmed 100% to work by some Posts ( those software are powerful and a bit complicated and could harm your Phone if you don't know what you're Doing )
hope this helps
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WookieFan said:
I am thinking of picking up a DInc 2 when I upgrade from my DInc to a Rezound. The DInc 2 would be used for a home phone and international travel (our family travel is primarily international).
My question is, can I just pick up a SIM in Europe or Southeast Asia and put it in and there I go? Or do I need to use Verizon's Worldphone service? As you all may know, international cell phone rates in Europe and Asia are cheaper than here, and in some cases there are no additional "international" calling rates.
Sorry if this is a repeat, but I searched the DInc 2 threads very briefly before asking.
Thanks in advance for all help!
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Yes you can use any sim, but call Verizon for unlock code before you travel.
if you are using Stock Rom , Don't do master reset when abroad , see my other post for explanation

knipp21 said:
you can use any sim, but have to use The Verizon unlock code that you can call and ask them for.
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Do you know if you have to pay them or of any limitations for asking for the unlock code?
Thanks

Is switching back and forth between radios fast, or do I have to turn the handheld off? Or is it able to switch automatically?

trkaaa said:
unlocking the phone Sim Card is permanent , you will not be asked for it again whatever you do
After factory reset : if you are using the original ( stock ) firmware , then you need Verizon activation ( Very big problem if there is no Verizon coverage) . if you are rooted you will not be asked for activation
the stock software has stock recovery which will erase All internal memory parts including Verizon Programing during Factory reset
after rooting , a Custom recovery like CMW is installed , Custom recovery does not erase the Part including Verizon Programming during Factory reset , therefore no activation will be required
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Thanks so much for the thorough response.

dragonrazorz said:
I'm thinkin about picking up the Dinc2 and using it until I buy the Rezound. It has GSM/CDMA bands, but Im curious to know if it could work on T-Mobile so I can let my little brother use it.
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i believe its EDGE only if you use it on Tmobile or ATT

Alright, thanks...tmo only has edge/2g around here anyway
Zax_Was_Here said:
i believe its EDGE only if you use it on Tmobile or ATT
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anarchian said:
Is switching back and forth between radios fast, or do I have to turn the handheld off? Or is it able to switch automatically?
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switching back and forth between radios is fast ( even you don't feel it ) . you don't have to turn the handheld off?
it will switch automatically when it detects a Sim Card to Global Mode . and Vice verse if you removed sim Card ( CDMA phone)
according to the setting you choose the phone will react , you can check my Post regarding that here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1372052
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vrgelinas said:
Do you know if you have to pay them or of any limitations for asking for the unlock code?
Thanks
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the Unlock code is Free
i think there is a limitation that you should be contracted with them more than 6 month , not sure ( limited knowledge about that )
keep calling , one representative will give you the code

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Do you know if you have to pay them or of any limitations for asking for the unlock code?
Thanks
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No limitations. You have to agree to some waiver that says they aren't responsible for extra fees that you incur using a different Sim.
Also you have to be a good standing customer and have been with them for 6 months. I was told you also CAN'T unlock more than one phone on the same plan within 8 months (or some time frame like that)
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help with i927r unlocking

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Replying because i also have unlock issues. I just bought a rogers locked glide from newegg and an unlock code from cellphoneunlock.net. So far i"ve had no luck unlocking the device. I've tried all methods the unlock site suggested with and without an att sim card. So far none of them brings up the unlock pass code screen like i"ve seen in youtube videos and in other posts. Instead i get a "ussd code running" message followed by "connection problem or invalid mmi code" message. Phone isn"t rooted or modded and has only been factory reset so far. Thanks in advance for any help i can get.
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First of all, you should start your own thread.
Second, aside from entering the code you've bought after being prompted for it by booting with a "foreign" SIM card, the two other methods out there involve root or CWM.
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That's the thing, i never get the prompt to enter the code. It just gives the two messages in order "ussd code running" followed by "connection problem or invalid mmi code" whenever i try to get the password screen. I'm just looking for a no frills way to get the prompt screen to show. If rooting is the easiest way so be it.

There is a way to get your unlock code for free.. calling at&t or rogers and telling them you want your unlock code and they by law must give it to you...
Why pay when your legally entitled to this code?
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You see, as long as you live in the united states, the department of justice laid the law down that you cannot be forced to buy a phone and be stuck to only that one network...
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hazard1nc said:
There is a way to get your unlock code for free.. calling at&t or rogers and telling them you want your unlock code and they by law must give it to you...
Why pay when your legally entitled to this code?
You see, as long as you live in the united states, the department of justice laid the law down that you cannot be forced to buy a phone and be stuck to only that one network...
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I heard that for Canada that they will give you the code after you contract is up because then you have fully paid for your phone and they are obligated since it is now yours. I have not tested this just heard it from a friend who will try this method in 6 months when his contract is over. Any one try this yet?

hazard1nc and dudejb: Going by my experience and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SIM_lock
USA: T-Mobile has given codes as long as you fulfilled a few conditions. AT&T now gives them on request due to a binding class action lawsuit settlement/decision, not an actual law.
Canada: There was an attempt to mandate SIM unlocking by law, but the bill never passed. Carriers might provide a code according to their policies and whims, usually for a fee that's akin to highway robbery (50-75$). None will provide a code upon purchasing a phone outright either.
joewho21: I've searched for the errors you've had and couldn't come up with much.
MMI codes are like the codes you've used to get the phone's lock status and perhaps feed it an unlock code.
Is the error popping up on its own? With a SIM in the phone? Without?
My best-guess-based suggestion: without a SIM card in the phone, flash CWM, backup your /efs partition, making multiple copies. Then delete the nv_data.bin file on your phone, and reboot it. This should (and can be confirmed with nv.log afterwards) force the phone to restore the backup nv_data file. Depending on what NewEgg did to unlock at first, your phone should now be locked to Rogers, and still have its IMEI valid. Shut down the phone, insert your AT&T SIM and turn it back on. With any luck you should get a prompt and be on your way.

Update: After way too long looking up how to use odin and cwm. (they really need a super noob sticky for that) I flashed the att rom from this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1378082 . I got my unlock screen after entering *7465625*638*# and the phone can now make calls, text, and still double checking the web connection. (might have put in the wrong mnc code) Anyways just wanted to post a thank you for those that offered there assistance.

If you're having problems with internet (and mms) it's likely that you need to enter the correct APN settings. A quick search around these forums should mention how to do it.

hazard1nc said:
There is a way to get your unlock code for free.. calling at&t or rogers and telling them you want your unlock code and they by law must give it to you...
Why pay when your legally entitled to this code?
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I just want to make sure I am understanding this correctly: if I go to AT&T or Walmart and just buy a Captivate Glide outright, no contract or anything, I can then call AT&T and say hey I need the unlock code for the Captivate Glide? Or even get it at the AT&T store if I get it there instead of Walmart?

Better to wait 3 or 9 months depending on the contract - they can't toss out the SIM unlocking code when the phone's pretty fresh. Same for any carriers around here, from what I'm told.
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Dr. Mario said:
Better to wait 3 or 9 months depending on the contract - they can't toss out the SIM unlocking code when the phone's pretty fresh. Same for any carriers around here, from what I'm told.
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That's kinda what I thought. I just want to buy the phone without ever having a contract. I pretty much thought the order would be buy the phone, buy the unlock code, insert the SIM card from Net10, have Net10 service. Though I've heard conflicting reports on whether AT&T stores will sell the phone outright without me signing up for a contract. Walmart, on the other hand, doesn't care, but somehow the Glide there is more expensive by about $100 than at an AT&T store.

Yeah... It does suck but some online store like www.newegg.com do sell the unlocked Android phones, even scary expensive ones cheap - sometimes they gets put up for sales - I remember SGH-I927 was to be sold for $250 there. I'll check.
EDIT: Yup, still $250.
And I bought mine used at a pawnshop for $150 as I had to ditch the Straight Talk phone, since I have been having issues with few peoples (long story), but now the problem's solved. AT&T gave me the SIM unlock code instantly as it's maybe a few months old and was sold off as a second-hand so I'm not binded to the contract. And if you bought a phone with the full price paid off, not subsidized, they can give you the SIM code, you gotta check with some AT&T CSR who have the patience.
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Dr. Mario said:
Yeah... It does suck but some online store like www.newegg.com do sell the unlocked Android phones, even scary expensive ones cheap - sometimes they gets put up for sales - I remember SGH-I927 was to be sold for $250 there. I'll check.
EDIT: Yup, still $250.
And I bought mine used at a pawnshop for $150 as I had to ditch the Straight Talk phone, since I have been having issues with few peoples (long story), but now the problem's solved. AT&T gave me the SIM unlock code instantly as it's maybe a few months old and was sold off as a second-hand so I'm not binded to the contract. And if you bought a phone with the full price paid off, not subsidized, they can give you the SIM code, you gotta check with some AT&T CSR who have the patience.
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Thats sad! I purchased AT&T 2 Glides and one iphone4 at walmart last year. got them with a 2yr contract for just under $100 each. they wanted to sell me insurance for an extra 4.99 a month. I asked, "If I have to use the insurance, what is my deductible?" I was told that for all smart phones, I would have to pay $200 for a replacement! If I can get a "unlocked" glide online new in the box for $250 - $300 why should I pay $4.99 every month plus when something happens, have to pay another $200! I laughed, declined and said I'll take my chances! The sales clerk had the nerve to ask... "Are you sure you don't want insurance" God forbid something happen to my Glide, I still have my old moto razr as backup!

EpicMikeNC said:
That's kinda what I thought. I just want to buy the phone without ever having a contract. I pretty much thought the order would be buy the phone, buy the unlock code, insert the SIM card from Net10, have Net10 service. Though I've heard conflicting reports on whether AT&T stores will sell the phone outright without me signing up for a contract. Walmart, on the other hand, doesn't care, but somehow the Glide there is more expensive by about $100 than at an AT&T store.
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Checkout http://m.straighttalksim.com/view/page/p/88719/straighttalksim-mobile-home
U dnt have to have ur phone unlocked if its an att phone.
I'm usen a ST sim and my phone is still locked
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A while ago I had the same problem and I got so frustrated as the unlock code did not work and there was no prompt when i entered the string of numbers. I ended up using this solution http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1595756
After seeing your update I tried the string of numbers again and the prompt came up for my ics-flashed i927 and it worked. My phone is now restored to the original IMEI, works and I dont have to worry about voiding my warranty with a generic IMEI anymore. I just hope the phone won't relock itself out of the blue like some users have experienced.
Thanks a lot!
joewho21 said:
Update: After way too long looking up how to use odin and cwm. (they really need a super noob sticky for that) I flashed the att rom from this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1378082 . I got my unlock screen after entering *7465625*638*# and the phone can now make calls, text, and still double checking the web connection. (might have put in the wrong mnc code) Anyways just wanted to post a thank you for those that offered there assistance.
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LiquidXed said:
Checkout http://m.straighttalksim.com/view/page/p/88719/straighttalksim-mobile-home
U dnt have to have ur phone unlocked if its an att phone.
I'm usen a ST sim and my phone is still locked
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The problem though is that I plan on making repeat travels to Mexico. The first time I went I got Movistar.. I'd like to be able to take the sim out of that Movistar phone and put it in the Glide for when I go back to Mexico. I think it has to be unlocked to do that.

[Q] Unlock for new Metro pc galaxy s4(SGH-M919N)?

Hello, i got my s4 from a metro pc dealer today, it's a new model SGH-M919N, is there an unlock out there? the unlock method for (SGH-M919N) does not work(*#27663368378#)?

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I just need to know if there is an unlock for the new model from Metro-pc??plz any help?

Metro PCS*
And you mean carrier unlock? You can't. Metro is a CDMA carrier. You can only unlock gsm phones like at&t and T-Mobile.
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Metro's galaxy s4 is supposed to be their first gsm phone since T-mobile took over. The phone is supposed to be just like our version. Not sure about unlocking, why would you need to anyway?

any suggestions??
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Metro's galaxy s4 is supposed to be their first gsm phone since T-mobile took over. The phone is supposed to be just like our version. Not sure about unlocking, why would you need to anyway?
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I am going to my home country next month and i need it unlocked to work?please any help or ill have to return it??

XxKINGxX2580 said:
Metro PCS*
And you mean carrier unlock? You can't. Metro is a CDMA carrier. You can only unlock gsm phones like at&t and T-Mobile.
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yeah, its carrier unlocked im looking, it's locked to Metro, any suggestions?? can u tell me if this is legit and would work?? https://www.fastgsm.com/en/samsung/m919n/unlocking

Oh yeah i forgot about that. I think that the galaxy s4 is using T-Mobile's GSM network so i think that that website is legit.

XxKINGxX2580 said:
Oh yeah i forgot about that. I think that the galaxy s4 is using T-Mobile's GSM network so i think that that website is legit.
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ok...it cost 29.99 so ill try this method before i take it to a unlock phone shop and if none of this works out, im returning it for a refund??

What are you returning for a refund? I don't think you can get a refund for the code. For the phone, why would you return it just because you can't unlock it?
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XxKINGxX2580 said:
What are you returning for a refund? I don't think you can get a refund for the code. For the phone, why would you return it just because you can't unlock it?
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MetroPCS's policy is that you can unlock the phone after using it with MetroPCS for three months -- they'll actually do it for you.
However, you can unlock it before that if you find the correct instructions. And, yes, it will work with any GSM network.
My question is this: Are there any differences between the M919 and M919N that would prevent the procedure for unlocking a T-Mobile M919 from working with the M919N?

Reignogleph MMXI said:
MetroPCS's policy is that you can unlock the phone after using it with MetroPCS for three months -- they'll actually do it for you.
However, you can unlock it before that if you find the correct instructions. And, yes, it will work with any GSM network.
My question is this: Are there any differences between the M919 and M919N that would prevent the procedure for unlocking a T-Mobile M919 from working with the M919N?
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I have tried the procedures and get to persosha256 area of the debugging menu and it just brings me back to the main menu so that does not work. the weird thing is is that when I put a t-mobile sim in the phone, or any SIM for that matter, it does not read that there is a SIM card at all. I think metro programs the phone with the SIM number and service mode when they activate service. It's not that it is locked, but rather that it won't even register a SIM card other than metropcs.

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I have tried the procedures and get to persosha256 area of the debugging menu and it just brings me back to the main menu so that does not work. the weird thing is is that when I put a t-mobile sim in the phone, or any SIM for that matter, it does not read that there is a SIM card at all. I think metro programs the phone with the SIM number and service mode when they activate service. It's not that it is locked, but rather that it won't even register a SIM card other than metropcs.
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Unbelievable!
I've been on the phone with MetroPCS ever since I read your response. So far, I'm getting two conflicting stories. Salespeople at stores are saying that you get an unlocking code after three months of owning the S4. The official customer service line rep has said that the issue of not being able to use the phones with other carriers is pissing off customers and the issue will be resolved very soon. I have yet to speak with a few other CS people onsite and possibly a supervisor to get a less sketchy response.
At this point, it sounds as though either salespeople are lying or official customer service doesn't know what it's talking about.
I've spoken to three salespeople at different locations -- two in different stores in NYC, one in White Plains -- and all repeat the same unlocking in three months speech that got me to buy the phone in the first place.
It sounds as though the issue will likely be resolved, but what I'd like to know is why this particular phone is posing problems in the first place when no other GSM carrier has had this issue.
Thanks for making me aware of this, sgtmedeiros.
MetroPCS seems profoundly disorganized. Half the people in customer service look at the wrong (non-GSM) map when you ask about S4 coverage and deny you can get reception in places where I've already gotten it.
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Finally got through to a supervisor in corporate and she said your SIM should be recognized; that she has been getting reports the phone's tested and works with other GSM carriers. She wants me to call her back early next week and claims she'll have a definitive answer to my questions and a response to your situation.
However, you're the one who's having the issue. Have you tried contacting them as well?

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Unbelievable!
I've been on the phone with MetroPCS ever since I read your response. So far, I'm getting two conflicting stories. Salespeople at stores are saying that you get an unlocking code after three months of owning the S4. The official customer service line rep has said that the issue of not being able to use the phones with other carriers is pissing off customers and the issue will be resolved very soon. I have yet to speak with a few other CS people onsite and possibly a supervisor to get a less sketchy response.
At this point, it sounds as though either salespeople are lying or official customer service doesn't know what it's talking about.
I've spoken to three salespeople at different locations -- two in different stores in NYC, one in White Plains -- and all repeat the same unlocking in three months speech that got me to buy the phone in the first place.
It sounds as though the issue will likely be resolved, but what I'd like to know is why this particular phone is posing problems in the first place when no other GSM carrier has had this issue.
Thanks for making me aware of this, sgtmedeiros.
MetroPCS seems profoundly disorganized. Half the people in customer service look at the wrong (non-GSM) map when you ask about S4 coverage and deny you can get reception in places where I've already gotten it.
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Finally got through to a supervisor in corporate and she said your SIM should be recognized; that she has been getting reports the phone's tested and works with other GSM carriers. She wants me to call her back early next week and claims she'll have a definitive answer to my questions and a response to your situation.
However, you're the one who's having the issue. Have you tried contacting them as well?
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I have talked to a couple of representatives here and the issue seems to be with imei pairing. when activated, the device is programmed to only pick up a certain sim card. If the sim card inserted into the device is not that card, then the phone will not even recognize that there is a sim card at all. ridiculous!

Yes the metro pcs s4 can be unlocked i have mine unlocked!!!!!!!
Xcution said:
Hello, i got my s4 from a metro pc dealer today, it's a new model SGH-M919N, is there an unlock out there? the unlock method for (SGH-M919N) does not work(*#27663368378#)?
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Ok so the metropcs s4 can be unlocked like many people out there might now this all ready but the s4 from metro is the SGH-M919N
REMOVE THE N AN WHAT ARE YOU LEFT WITH WELL ( THE T-MOBILE S4 ) remember the metropcs s4 is just like the T-mobile s4 only thing the N at the back is to categorizes what company its from.
ok so now the best part of this message u want to unlock it well u cant call metro because they wont provide the unlock code trust me i tried an dont call tmobile either -_\ !!
Warning
THIS WILL VOID WARRANTY AN ITS NOT A FREE UNLOCK AGAIN THIS IS NOT A FREE UNLOCK
THE TOOL I USED TO UNLOCK MINE WAS THE Unlock Client TOOL just search the name in Google an it should be the first option!
REMEMBER DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1: DOWNLOAD THE TOOL RUN AS ADMINISTRATOR
2: LOOK UP MODEL! LOOK UP MODEL UNDER THIS (M919) DO NOT PUT THE N AT THE BACK OF THE MODEL JUST LEAVE IT OUT
3: PRESS ATL+X YOU SHOULD GET A MESSAGE SAYING DIRECT UNLOCK ACTIVATED MAKE SURE U GET THIS MESSAGE BEFORE GOING TO STEP 4
4: AFTER YOU HAVE PUT IN THE MODEL NUMBER READ THE INSTRUCTIONS IT WILL GIVE YOU PLEAS FOLLOW AS THEY ARE WRITTEN!!!!
5: ADD CREDIT TO THE PROGRAM
6: PUT IN EMAIL THAT YOU ADD CREDITS FROM AN CLICK ON SEARCH AN THE PHONE WILL UNLOCK
Hopes this helps an pleas pass it on ^_^
I work for metroPCS

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Xcution said:
yeah, its carrier unlocked im looking, it's locked to Metro, any suggestions?? can u tell me if this is legit and would work?? -had-do-delete-the-link-for-some-wierd-ass-posting-policy en samsung m919n unlocking
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I read the listing of the "fastgsm" guy very carefully. He specifically says that he does not unlock the m919n for USA!.. Be careful.
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I was able to buy a the unlock from eBay: search for "M919N Unlock"
Some really helpful guy send me 2 codes in the email - 12 hours after payment.
I initially got 2 codes from him:
1ST CODE: SERVICE PROVIDER unlock PIN: XXXXXXXX (8 numeric digits); and
2ND CODE: SIM network unlock PIN: XXXXXXXX (8 numeric digits).
He said that the phone will first prompt for the 1st code and then prompt for the 2nd code.
Here's what happened:
Inserted a non Metro PCS micro SIM.
I plugged in the 1st code... and the same screen came back. tried the 1st code again on the same screen... the same screen came back again... tried the 2nd code on the same input box ... phone read "Wrong Code Entered 3 times, you must reboot"
F***ED... I thought... The phone was still working on Metro PCS.
Wrote back to the guy and asked him what's up -- sent him my other phone number. Received a call back, almost instantly.
He said (Korean accent) that he did not realize that the phone needed 3 codes (WTF?). He gave me another code that I wrote down on a piece of paper. Asked him to hang with me while I do this....
Inserted non Metro PCS micro SIM again.. and booted.
Phone prompted for Service Provider PIN: <<entered the new 8 digit PIN>> <enter>
Phone prompted for SIM network unlock PIN: <<entered the 2nd CODE from email>>
clicked <enter>
Voila... Phone unlocked! :laugh:
.. was kinda scared there for a moment! ... all good now!
if anyone wants to know ...
Ebay Item #121166155845
it was $44.95.. kinda pricey... but hey... if the phone's unlocked!

NOT FASTGSM ITS UnlockClient.co
ragarwal74 said:
I read the listing of the "fastgsm" guy very carefully. He specifically says that he does not unlock the m919n for USA!.. Be careful.
...
I was able to buy a the unlock from eBay: search for "M919N Unlock"
Some really helpful guy send me 2 codes in the email - 12 hours after payment.
I initially got 2 codes from him:
1ST CODE: SERVICE PROVIDER unlock PIN: XXXXXXXX (8 numeric digits); and
2ND CODE: SIM network unlock PIN: XXXXXXXX (8 numeric digits).
He said that the phone will first prompt for the 1st code and then prompt for the 2nd code.
Here's what happened:
Inserted a non Metro PCS micro SIM.
I plugged in the 1st code... and the same screen came back. tried the 1st code again on the same screen... the same screen came back again... tried the 2nd code on the same input box ... phone read "Wrong Code Entered 3 times, you must reboot"
F***ED... I thought... The phone was still working on Metro PCS.
Wrote back to the guy and asked him what's up -- sent him my other phone number. Received a call back, almost instantly.
He said (Korean accent) that he did not realize that the phone needed 3 codes (WTF?). He gave me another code that I wrote down on a piece of paper. Asked him to hang with me while I do this....
Inserted non Metro PCS micro SIM again.. and booted.
Phone prompted for Service Provider PIN: <<entered the new 8 digit PIN>> <enter>
Phone prompted for SIM network unlock PIN: <<entered the 2nd CODE from email>>
clicked <enter>
Voila... Phone unlocked! :laugh:
.. was kinda scared there for a moment! ... all good now!
if anyone wants to know ...
Ebay Item #121166155845
it was $44.95.. kinda pricey... but hey... if the phone's unlocked!
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my listing isnt for fast gsm its for UnlockClient.co an its only 15 bucks an its no code it unlocks the phone directly u dont need to wait for codes to be sent to u it unlocks there an then at ur computer an customer support is very fast

I was thinking...since the metropcs variant uses the tmobile network I wonder if an unlock code from an M919 will work to unlock it.
Has anyone tried this method. I have confirmed that the SIM card in the metropcs is infact a tmobile SIM.
I am just thinking out loud. I guess I could try it but I dont know of a reputable unlock site I could try it with who will refund me if it doesnt work.
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Have you confirmed this to work? I sent an email to these folks and asked if it would work on the M919N and they said "not yet"
techguy1214 said:
Ok so the metropcs s4 can be unlocked like many people out there might now this all ready but the s4 from metro is the SGH-M919N
REMOVE THE N AN WHAT ARE YOU LEFT WITH WELL ( THE T-MOBILE S4 ) remember the metropcs s4 is just like the T-mobile s4 only thing the N at the back is to categorizes what company its from.
ok so now the best part of this message u want to unlock it well u cant call metro because they wont provide the unlock code trust me i tried an dont call tmobile either -_\ !!
Warning
THIS WILL VOID WARRANTY AN ITS NOT A FREE UNLOCK AGAIN THIS IS NOT A FREE UNLOCK
Have you confirmed this to work? I sent an email to these folks and asked if it would work on the M919N and they said "not yet"
THE TOOL I USED TO UNLOCK MINE WAS THE Unlock Client TOOL just search the name in Google an it should be the first option!
REMEMBER DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1: DOWNLOAD THE TOOL RUN AS ADMINISTRATOR
2: LOOK UP MODEL! LOOK UP MODEL UNDER THIS (M919) DO NOT PUT THE N AT THE BACK OF THE MODEL JUST LEAVE IT OUT
3: PRESS ATL+X YOU SHOULD GET A MESSAGE SAYING DIRECT UNLOCK ACTIVATED MAKE SURE U GET THIS MESSAGE BEFORE GOING TO STEP 4
4: AFTER YOU HAVE PUT IN THE MODEL NUMBER READ THE INSTRUCTIONS IT WILL GIVE YOU PLEAS FOLLOW AS THEY ARE WRITTEN!!!!
5: ADD CREDIT TO THE PROGRAM
6: PUT IN EMAIL THAT YOU ADD CREDITS FROM AN CLICK ON SEARCH AN THE PHONE WILL UNLOCK
Hopes this helps an pleas pass it on ^_^
I work for metroPCS
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Yes it works
Yes it works because my metro pcs s4 is unlocked n that's how i unlocked mine

My story is unique. For another reason I flashed my MetroPCS SGH-M919N with T-Mobile firmware as a result I got a SGH-M919 with UVUAMDL firmware, took a chance and went to fastgsm, paid unlock as T-Mobile SGH-M919, download app and unlocked my phone. A week later flash metro pcs firmware back to SGH-M919M UVUAMF2 and my phone still unlocked, I can put any SIM from anywhere on it working flawlessly

[Q] LG G3 (T Mobile Unlock)

Will you be able to unlock the LG G3 in the near future?
Like through websites which gives you codes to unlock it for a fee?
My situation:
Currently in the USA but will go to Asia to continue studying. (Will get the LG G3 in less than a week from T-Mobile raffle)

how in the world would anyone be able to answer that question, since the phone hasn't even been released yet?????

I said in the near future.
I bet we have experienced unlockers here so I ask for their answers if it is possible or not.

papaketchup said:
I said in the near future.
I bet we have experienced unlockers here so I ask for their answers if it is possible or not.
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Yes but how are they supposed to know....without the phone you are just asking someone to guess.... So here goes NO
Or maybe yes or who freaking knows
better hope they don't start locking them like sprint and Samsung did the note 3 .... No unlock but from sprint
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papaketchup said:
Will you be able to unlock the LG G3 in the near future?
Like through websites which gives you codes to unlock it for a fee?
My situation:
Currently in the USA but will go to Asia to continue studying. (Will get the LG G3 in less than a week from T-Mobile raffle)
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yes, happy now?

unlock for free? i doubt it
paid for unlock, pretty sure you'll be to.
why not sell the phone and buy a phone in the asian country you'll be going to, you'll be able to get LTE there since you might not have the correct LTE bands for that country

If you snoop around the site, for info on bringing non-Tmobile phones in. It has rules for unlocking our phone. But they include "fully paid off phone" and minimum service and account time before they will let us.
If you talk to a customer service rep and explain your situation they might let you unlock sooner.
http://www.t-mobile.com/Company/CompanyInfo.aspx?tp=Abt_Tab_CompanySimUnlockPolicy
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DaNaRkI said:
If you snoop around the site, for info on bringing non-Tmobile phones in. It has rules for unlocking our phone. But they include "fully paid off phone" and minimum service and account time before they will let us.
If you talk to a customer service rep and explain your situation they might let you unlock sooner.
http://www.t-mobile.com/Company/CompanyInfo.aspx?tp=Abt_Tab_CompanySimUnlockPolicy
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Some people have the phone, I had the phone but sold it and you will be able to buy a unlock code for a few bucks

-Buy the phone outright you get the request put in at the store. (What I did)
-Own the phone for a billing cycle and call 611/800-937-8997(T-Mobile Customer)
—Buy unlock code from eBay for $8(Non-Customer)
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I work for tmo, have to either own it outright or have service for 60 days
Sent from my G3

beats4x said:
I work for tmo, have to either own it outright or have service for 60 days
Sent from my G3
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Bought mine outright at the store tonight, when i asked about an unlock code, guy said I had to wait 45 days or some crap. So was he telling me BS? Guess I'll have to call customer service to do this.

I requested an unlock code and cellunlocker and its been more than 4 hours and they still havent sent me a code.

serialtoon said:
I requested an unlock code and cellunlocker and its been more than 4 hours and they still havent sent me a code.
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Try link in my signature

kachmul2004 said:
Try link in my signature
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Done. Waiting now

serialtoon said:
Done. Waiting now
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enjoy
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serialtoon said:
Done. Waiting now
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have u tried the code? does it work?

kachmul2004 said:
enjoy
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have u tried the code? does it work?
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Working great! I cant believe how fast you were where the "other guys" are still sitting on processing for me. Im gonna see if i can cancel it. Thanks!!!

need help
I used the unlock code that i received from the link in your signature..
when I put in the code, it said network unlocked.. BUT somehow it didnt work. cant make calls or anything. As if it was still locked.
So i went back into the screen where you put the unlock code, and now there is NO prompt for it.. it simply says you cant personalize this phone.
I only attempted the code once..
any advice?

laviathen said:
I used the unlock code that i received from the link in your signature..
when I put in the code, it said network unlocked.. BUT somehow it didnt work. cant make calls or anything. As if it was still locked.
So i went back into the screen where you put the unlock code, and now there is NO prompt for it.. it simply says you cant personalize this phone.
I only attempted the code once..
any advice?
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Maybe your sim card isnt activated

kachmul2004 said:
Maybe your sim card isnt activated
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Yes the Sim is activated. I am currently using the Sim card on my other phone. Its Metro Pcs

laviathen said:
Yes the Sim is activated. I am currently using the Sim card on my other phone. Its Metro Pcs
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Although i am not from the USA, i would assume metroPCS dont use gsm sim card. And that ur phone probably doesnt have that frequency band that can work with metroPCS

[Q] OE1 Update / Odin Back

So I have read alot about how to downgrade from 5.0.X to lower versions of android to4.4.2 and 4.4.4 just isnt possible. Well, I made it happen tonight. It took 3 days to figure it out and I will gladly share how i accomplished this, and upload all the files. I didnt mess with the boot loader because frankly, I dont know how. Everything was done through ODIN as well.
But I am in need of help/ questions answered first.
My phone is 100% paid off, and I am 100% paid in full with sprint so it was my understanding as of FEB of this year upon request they HAD to SIM unlock my phone per my request... So here are my questions
1 - If i flash AT&T roms, or any other carrier ROM over to my sprint note 4, will my phone still function properly? And if it will, does that give me a better shot at getting the phone away from INVALID SIM error and putting in my MSL code.
2- is it really NOT possible to domestic unlock a phone from sprint with android L? if not, why would sprint tell me they could domestic unlock my phone?
3- I have been given my MSL, been told by sprint my phone is unlocked, and cannot get a prompt to enter the MSL so I can keep my note4 when i move to a new carrier. All I keep seeing when i put the SIM card into my note 4 is "INVALID SIM" , I have seen the SSU unlock APK and tried to use it but the lowest version of android i can find is 4.4.4 for the note 4, and SSU states it only works on 4.4.2 and lower.
Can anyone help me get this stupid thing domestic unlocked?

OK here is the issue if I understand correctly.
You want to unlock your phone Sprint has provided you the unlock code.....
Since the Phone was shipped with 4.42 or 4.44 depending when you go it ........ that means you will need to be in that Android version for it to work not running lollipop(5.x)..... Then :
Switch off your Galaxy Note 4.
Take out its battery.
Pull the Sprint SIM card out of the slot.
Insert a new SIM from a different wireless carrier in the SIM slot.
Place the battery back in the mobile.
Power on the phone.
When prompted, type the unlock code that you received from Sprint.
It will complete and you are done

DSU vs MSL
DustinD1986 said:
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My phone is 100% paid off, and I am 100% paid in full with sprint so it was my understanding as of FEB of this year upon request they HAD to SIM unlock my phone per my request... So here are my questions
Can anyone help me get this stupid thing domestic unlocked?
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Sprint's policy for DSU (Domestic SIM unlock) is phones *launched* after Feb 2015 will be eligible. Unfortunately, as the Note 4 launched last year, it is not eligible for DSU. The MSL code allows you to edit the APNs to go to another CDMA carrier., but will not unlock the SIM slot for domestic use.
Sorry.

Sprint will unlock a device from Sprint's network under the following circumstances:
Any associated Service Agreement, Installment Billing Agreement, or Lease Agreement has been fulfilled including payment in full of any applicable early termination fees or end-of-lease purchase options
The associated account is in good standing
The device has not been reported as lost or stolen, associated with fraudulent activity, or otherwise flagged as ineligible to be unlocked
Generally, if you have a device that was launched prior to February 2015 and it is capable of being unlocked, Sprint will provide a bill notification and/or text message when you are eligible to have your device unlocked. The bill notification will direct you to Sprint Customer Care who can assist in efforts to unlock your device.
For domestic SIM unlockable ("DSU") devices launched after February 2015, Sprint will automatically unlock the device when it becomes eligible.
For inactive devices, customers must contact Sprint Customer Care to request that their DSU-capable device be unlocked and may have to take steps to perform an over-the-air update to ensure the unlock programming has been relayed to the device.
The note 4 is capable of being unlocked. Sprints policy is they AUTOMATICALLY unlock them if it was launched after FEB 2015.

Now, can you tell us how to Odin backwards from OE1?
thanks

Can't I'd back wait til oe3 is out I made the mistake and paid the price

DustinD1986 said:
The note 4 is capable of being unlocked. Sprints policy is they AUTOMATICALLY unlock them if it was launched after FEB 2015.
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Sorry to burst your bubble but you're wrong. Note 4 is clearly on their list of phones they will give you the MSL or the ISU (International SIM unlock), but not DSU. Read for yourself: http://www.sprint.com/legal/unlocking_policy.html
Moving on in 3 - 2 - 1.....

Just swap for tmobile or Verizon note 4 ..post an ad. Meet at the store. Verizon is unlocked out of box. It will work on all but sprint. Tmobile will work and I believe Att with Sim unlock but don't quote me. Just an idea.
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pbedard said:
Can't I'd back wait til oe3 is out I made the mistake and paid the price
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Rdf is OF1 now.

Did he ever say how he got odin to work and if he downgraded
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buddyb0i said:
Did he ever say how he got odin to work and if he downgraded
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No infortunstely

Looks like the OP stroked us.
Held his info in his pocket untill his questions got answered,
then reneged.
Not cool

Yeah not sure how that went but wish it wasnt like that if he really did get it to work
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jimmbomb said:
Looks like the OP stroked us.
Held his info in his pocket untill his questions got answered,
then reneged.
Not cool
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My thoughts too lol i tried hundreds of times lol

Lock this one up