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[Q] T-Mo/AT&T unlock

Is there a way to make a rooted and SIM-unlocked DInc2 usable on AT&T and T-Mo networks in the US? Any sort of flashable upgrade to any internal components, hacked radio or whatnot that would achieve that purpose?

Really?? Your question wasn't answered when you posted this in the development forum? You need to sim unlock your phone via verizon or xtc clip.
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Ah, rude comment followed by subpar answer, apparently that's the norm on xda? What would the world be if we didn't continuously punish people for harmless mistakes? Grow up.
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Taebom said:
Really?? Your question wasn't answered when you posted this in the development forum? You need to sim unlock your phone via verizon or xtc clip.
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I will be as nice as I possibly can.
LEARN TO READ, will ya?
The phone is *already* SIM unlocked and rooted. However, Verizon blocks AT&T and T-Mobile SIMs even on SIM-unlocked phones. Hence the question.

funky_snowman said:
Ah, rude comment followed by subpar answer, apparently that's the norm on xda? What would the world be if we didn't continuously punish people for harmless mistakes? Grow up.
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Thanks for the support, snowman, but this was no mistake.
The question was phrased perfectly, and I am sure I am not the only one who would benefit from a solution.
In fact, the whole reason I posted it in the development forum initially is because, based on my research, there is no solution as of yet, and if it is possible at all, it will probably require further developers' involvement to find it.
If anyone here wants to prove me wrong, I would appreciate a concrete answer or a link to a solution.

I'm fairly certain I've read of the DINC 2 being used on T-Mobile successfully, not sure if I've read of AT&T though. Can't for the life of me remember where I read it though, probably here or Droid-Forums.net.

sk0t said:
I'm fairly certain I've read of the DINC 2 being used on T-Mobile successfully, not sure if I've read of AT&T though. Can't for the life of me remember where I read it though, probably here or Droid-Forums.net.
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My understanding is, it is not possible out of the box:
http://androidforums.com/htc-droid-incredible-2/327419-sim-unlock-issue.html#post2907910
My experience has been the same.

This is what I came up with. I hope it can help you!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1201154

lightninjay said:
This is what I came up with. I hope it can help you!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1201154
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Thanks, but I don't believe this thread answers the question. Or am I missing something?

Haven't tried it, but here's a link that should offer a solution:
androidforums.com/htc-droid-incredible-2/327419-sim-unlock-issue.html
The thread contains instructions for how to input an unlock code that should allow you to use other carriers' SIM card both in the US and abroad.
Good luck.

I;m in the same boat....I have unlocked my phone via xtc clip but still wont work att nor t mobile...what needs to be done for it to work.

What part of the memory is the gsm software lock stored, anyone know?
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Taebom said:
Really?? Your question wasn't answered when you posted this in the development forum? You need to sim unlock your phone via verizon or xtc clip.
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Correct me if im wrong, if I use the xtc clip (which i did), I do not need to call Verizon for a sim unlock code?
ep9716 said:
I;m in the same boat....I have unlocked my phone via xtc clip but still wont work att nor t mobile...what needs to be done for it to work.
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Try reading: http://androidforums.com/htc-droid-incredible-2/327419-sim-unlock-issue.html
Have you done everything suggested there? (Changing to GSM, changed APN settings, etc)

If I'm not mistaken its a global phone. However the GSM frequency used abroad is different than in the states. Therefore I don't think it's possible.
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loki154 said:
If I'm not mistaken its a global phone. However the GSM frequency used abroad is different than in the states. Therefore I don't think it's possible.
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It's a quad band phone, so the problem is not with frequencies.
The problem is with verizon specifically precluding AT&T and T-Mo SIMs from working even when DInc2 is SIM-unlocked. Not sure which part of firmware is responsible for it, but I'd imagine it's flashable, so, given attention from the right developer, fixable.
I would really prefer to hear from people that know of a solution or are able to produce one. Lots of guesses resulting from being misinformed or, worse yet, misreading the original question just distract everyone and make it less likely that the real solution will ultimately be found.

999vulcan said:
It's a quad band phone, so the problem is not with frequencies.
The problem is with verizon specifically precluding AT&T and T-Mo SIMs from working even when DInc2 is SIM-unlocked. Not sure which part of firmware is responsible for it, but I'd imagine it's flashable, so, given attention from the right developer, fixable.
I would really prefer to hear from people that know of a solution or are able to produce one. Lots of guesses resulting from being misinformed or, worse yet, misreading the original question just distract everyone and make it less likely that the real solution will ultimately be found.
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If you know someone that can write modem firmware then it's possible. but good luck with finding someone that can do that.

I can't remember where but its on xda somewhere. Apparently 3g won't work due to different bands. I really just can't remember.
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I unlocked my Dinc2 through a code from VZ. I can be on AT&T or T-Mo's network for EDGE; 3G no so much.

Galaxy Nexus Successful Unlock (Bought Code)

Hello!
I have an NTT Docomo branded Galaxy Nexus.
Wanted to use a roaming sim so I needed to unlock it.
Checked some sites and finally decided to use the service from this site:
http://samsungimeiunlock.com/
I payed around $32 for the code(depends on which carrier your handset is locked to).
I would have happily donated it to a team who can sim-unlock our phones but I did not have the time to wait since I badly needed to use my roaming sim.
I received the codes in around 8 hrs.
First time using the code worked without problems.
I am not in any way connected to the site I mentioned above.
I just want to help those who are doubting online sites that provide unlock codes.
I guarantee the one I listed above works, and again, I am not in any way connected to the site.
Hope this helps and clears some doubts.
Peace yah all and enjoy your GNs!
P.S. - I unlocked the bootloader, rooted and flashed stock Google ICS 4.0.2 (not Docomo image) prior to inputting the code. Not sure if it would matter though.

If you had unlocked your bootloader then flashed a custom ROM then their would be no need to buy an unlock code would their

cordell507 said:
If you had unlocked your bootloader then flashed a custom ROM then their would be no need to buy an unlock code would their
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of course there is.
unlocked bootloader is not the same as sim-unlocked/sim-free

cordell507 said:
If you had unlocked your bootloader then flashed a custom ROM then their would be no need to buy an unlock code would their
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You should Google 2 things and read.
1. "Unlock bootloader"
2. "Unlock sim"
Sent from Galaxy Nexus (GSM)

I'm curious about one thing. Obviously I don't expect you to send me a copy of your unlock code, since I have a CDMA version and it won't do me any good. I'm just curious about the actual process of using it. Do you just punch in a bunch of numbers into the dialer, or what? Like what is the actual process to do this?

Turn off phone, insert foreign SIM, turn on phone, phone will ask for unlock code. 99% of GSM phones are like this.
Sent from Galaxy Nexus (GSM)

hey guys quick question. i have the gsm version unlocked pentaband. will this work with ntt's network okay? 3g and hspa+? i dont know if their frequency is part of this gsm unlocked one.
thanks

K.AuthoR said:
I'm curious about one thing. Obviously I don't expect you to send me a copy of your unlock code, since I have a CDMA version and it won't do me any good. I'm just curious about the actual process of using it. Do you just punch in a bunch of numbers into the dialer, or what? Like what is the actual process to do this?
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as nxt mentioned, just insert a SIM that isn't from the network your handset is locked to.
it will ask for the unlock code after booting up.

EVOXGSR said:
hey guys quick question. i have the gsm version unlocked pentaband. will this work with ntt's network okay? 3g and hspa+? i dont know if their frequency is part of this gsm unlocked one.
thanks
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sim-unlocking doesn't change any of your phone's capabilites. it just lets you use other sim cards, including your original one

[Q] GNex Verizon for use in other cdma operator

Just bought via ebay Gnex Verizon but really need some answers here..
1. Please info if Verizon Gnex is an inject type or RUIM type? because there is microSIM slot available
2. I'm checking through adb shell using "su getprop" that the parameter
[ro.cdma.home.operator.alpha]: [Verizon]
[ro.cdma.home.operator.numeric]: [310004]
Anyone know if this mean the operator is locked? and please someone help me how to change these to match my local operator.
Thanks a lot.

really need help here...any links related or anything that sounds similar would be very much appreciated. thanks

vzw stays on vzw.
sorry you can only activate it on vzw.

I may be wrong here, but as long as your CDMA operator is willing to activate a device that is not their own (which doesn't happen at all any longer in any North American carrier), then I think it may be possible.

efrant said:
I may be wrong here, but as long as your CDMA operator is willing to activate a device that is not their own (which doesn't happen at all any longer in any North American carrier), then I think it may be possible.
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the carrier has to be willing to also flash/change a bunch of items on the phone itself (which they arent anymore really). to do this, you have to have a expensive piece of software ($99) to even complete the process.

Zepius said:
the carrier has to be willing to also flash/change a bunch of items on the phone itself (which they arent anymore really). to do this, you have to have a expensive piece of software ($99) to even complete the process.
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These guys here have made progress. From what I read, phone and text work fine on other carriers, but they are still working on data.

@Zepius @efrant, dunno if it will work or not...but it is a start.
many thanks to you guys...and xda

[Q] How to unlock Note 4 from Sprint

Hello:
I have a note 4 from sprint and needs to be unlocked to be used with a different Carrier
Can you please advise how to be able to do this ? additionally how can remove the sprint start up and sprint apps ?

ali.sulaiman1980 said:
Hello:
I have a note 4 from sprint and needs to be unlocked to be used with a different Carrier
Can you please advise how to be able to do this ? additionally how can remove the sprint start up and sprint apps ?
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on what carrier you are planing to use it? You cannot use sprint Galaxy note 4 on domestic GSM carriers like AT&T, T-mobile and their MVNOs (Straighttalk , etc). The phone can be unlocked for international GSM use (voice and 3G only, not LTE). Internationla unlock can be done officially through Sprint or unofficially via app in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/spr...print-samsung-unlocker-unlock-sprint-t2928250

My question is how did you come across a Sprint Note 4? Did you not do your homework before acquiring the Sprint Note 4? Maybe you somehow got the phone for free? Why would somebody actually pay for a nice phone (released only a month or so ago) without knowing if it will work on a completely different network/carrier... then turn around and look for help on how to activate it on a GSM carrier? This makes no sense to me.

Im curious too.
Can a Sprint phone be unlocked and set up for use on ANY other carrier in the USA,
ie: Verizon?

No no no
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I am pretty sure that if the phone had a clean ESN that you can activate it on Ting Mobile. I have also saw a thread where someone had flashed a T-Mobile Rom to the Sprint note 4 but they where not getting LTE of course I'm sure in time someone will come out with something stable.

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My question is how did you come across a Sprint Note 4? Did you not do your homework before acquiring the Sprint Note 4? Maybe you somehow got the phone for free? Why would somebody actually pay for a nice phone (released only a month or so ago) without knowing if it will work on a completely different network/carrier... then turn around and look for help on how to activate it on a GSM carrier? This makes no sense to me.
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Off topic here.
I came up for upgrade in June. I was gonna go Nexus 5 and then the Nexus 6 rumors started to fly. So I waited and along came the Note 4. After much research I ended up with arguably the best phone on the planet. Imo it is.

Unlock Code
I am in Canada, got this as xmas gift from my father in law

You can root and try Galaxy Tools 4 root users https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.idone.galaxymenu
Or you can use this app from the S5 thread you don't need root with this app http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2928250
Hope this helps a little
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sliverr7x said:
No no no
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So...Sprint phones can ONLY be used on Sprint carrier here is the good 'ol U,S of A???..
if unlocked, then another Sprint user can use it.. but other carriers?? correct???
Once Sprint, Always Sprint???
thanks...

jimmbomb said:
So...Sprint phones can ONLY be used on Sprint carrier here is the good 'ol U,S of A???..
if unlocked, then another Sprint user can use it.. but other carriers?? correct???
Once Sprint, Always Sprint???
thanks...
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Which question would you like answered?

xxSTARBUCKSxx said:
Which question would you like answered?
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How about you answer what you can. Starbucks
see. I just answered your question,
so take a stab at answering too...
even if its a wrong answer, id like to hear .
thanks

jimmbomb said:
So...Sprint phones can ONLY be used on Sprint carrier here is the good 'ol U,S of A???..
if unlocked, then another Sprint user can use it.. but other carriers?? correct???
Once Sprint, Always Sprint???
thanks...
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1. No
2. Customers can switch devices by calling on a different phone to CS or going into store and switch devices, no unlocking necessary.
3. Just switch Sim cards and edit and tweak where necessary or pay someone if you dont know how.
4. Correct, but no unlocking necessary.
5. That depends on the person.

Thank you for your answers

sliverr7x said:
No no no
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Yes yes yes it can be used with other carriers in the USA. Are people forgetting about flashing of modems and firmware. What decade are we in 1960? Our maybe 1950 when phone were still two way radios. Remember sprint can't stop everything Samsung does in making their phone. Ask the right questions to right people get right answer. If someone in XDA hasn't figured it out yet just wait & keep on looking. XDA is also not the only place to look for answers to everything Samsung, sometimes Samsung is were to look or Samsung blogs. All I hear is everyone that talks about Samsung first thing everyone says is it CAN'T be done. When are the tech, crackers, & hackers of this world going to stop saying everything is impossible & realize we are the ones that make everything possible. If we are going to do that why do we become techs or crackers or hackers or even developers in the every first place?.... LET'S STOP PUTTING LIMITS ON OU OURSELVES & SHOW SPRING WHAT WE CAN DO! Sprint is not GODZ. We created what sprint & Every carrier in the world uses to try to put limitations one everyone with. Are we going to let the carriers use or phones against us or are we going to use them the way the phone manufactures wanted the phones to be used ( without restrictions of the carriers of the world.)

after unlocking your sprint device you can only use it with carriers outside the USA. If you are planning to use it with local sim cards after unlocking like at&t and t-mobile (gsm) then you cannot.

rscooldesire said:
after unlocking your sprint device you can only use it with carriers outside the USA. If you are planning to use it with local sim cards after unlocking like at&t and t-mobile (gsm) then you cannot.
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Umm if its not under payments u can

Yep once the phone is paid for per new laws that went active in Feb or March if you ask the carrier to domestic unlock your phone they are required to do it by law. Some models this will not be possible but the note 4 should. I think the carriers have a grace period to make this available. Not sure how long. I could quote the legislation but Id have to search for it.
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B to the S. If you can unlock a 720t a note 4 can be unlocked!! Period!! It picks up signal just no antenna for that signal because the phone antenna is tuned in the wrong station or radius degree. I think if the people who can unlock 720t s can try the same methods with busy box or Verizon modems. Like guy said earlier " Si se puede"!! It can be done!! Just need to tweak frequency angles and remove face security options a little.

By law you can have it unlocked for a limited time, but that will not make the LTE radio magically work on your carriers band unless they support the same band. Or unless you know someone who can JTAG flash the radio to another carrier as well you will not be able to use the LTE/DATA band on a carrier that does not support the frequency. This is nothing something that can be done over USB or by a new kernel. This will have to be done with JTAG and by someone who has access to the various carriers radio firmware which is tightly guarded. So basically you will be using a Note 4 on 3G only. Might as well just sign up with SPRINT then, you will get the same service speed.

DEVS - Why is US990 left out?

Hello xda developers
I've looked around, and I see that US990 has no threads, it's left out and no developer is supporting it. Why is that?
We (US990 owner) would like to see some support, and we're really appreciate it.
Thank you everyone for the great work you do everyday.

Bump

I have one and I need a Lollipop rom

Many people do, but I don't think the gurus don't. So we won't get any support from them.

I would like to know if you have unlocked your U990 for use on other GSM carriers like AT&T or T-Mobile or international use?
Thanks in advance!

artnau said:
I would like to know if you have unlocked your U990 for use on other GSM carriers like AT&T or T-Mobile or international use?
Thanks in advance!
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Hello Artnau, Sorry I don't have an answer for that. Since the phone has to be physically in the US to be unlocked, US Cellular won't unlock it remotely.
But to have an answer, maybe you can write to them on Twitter, they reply quickly, ask them whether the unlocked phones works with other US Carriers.
Best of luck

teamomivida said:
Hello Artnau, Sorry I don't have an answer for that. Since the phone has to be physically in the US to be unlocked, US Cellular won't unlock it remotely.
But to have an answer, maybe you can write to them on Twitter, they reply quickly, ask them whether the unlocked phones works with other US Carriers.
Best of luck
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Thanks for your response, but I intended to ask if your G3 from US Cellular was unlocked as I saw from your device history you have stated it is unlocked. I want to purchase an LG G3 US990 on eBay but don't know if it is unlocked for other carriers use or not. That is why I asked.
Thank you!

artnau said:
Thanks for your response, but I intended to ask if your G3 from US Cellular was unlocked as I saw from your device history you have stated it is unlocked. I want to purchase an LG G3 US990 on eBay but don't know if it is unlocked for other carriers use or not. That is why I asked.
Thank you!
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No, sorry for that, there is a BL next to it, it should have been all caps, because it stands for Bootloader.
So the Bootloader is unlocked, but not the network.

I have G3 990/22a 5.0.1 and I cant find anything that helps me on clear or deepnet on unlocking, network or bootloader. This phone is looking like a dinosaur. I doubt anyone can help me but any ideas ill give a shot. Thanks