Hi guys,
I have an M8 now..I'm happy well almost....had to send it back and whilst it was being fixed I thought I'd get my One X out and use the sim in that. Unfortunately I'd moved from Orange to Vodafone when I upgraded to the M8 so my vodafone SIM didn't want to work in the Orange UK One X.
Easy I thought...I went online and got the unlock code....which didn't work. Luckily the site refunded me he 10 quid and I tried another site...this one cost 15 quid so I thought I'd get a 'better' code Unfortunately, it was the same code...only £5 more expensive....luckily, they refunded me also.
So...I called Orange...and despite having since moved to Vodafone and no longer having a contract with them they agreed to provide the unlock code for free.....yes you guessed it....same code as the 2 online providers....
So...I took it to a shop who tried a 'different' database...which produced..you guessed it...the same code so he took it away and said he suspected the wrong code had been entered too many times which is why the code wasn't working...he was going to try reset the counter to enable the code to be entered...but after a long while...no luck.
I then spoke to HTC who were also very helpful and checked the IMEI which showed them that the unit had been in for repair...no sh*t I said....I had no less than 5 HTC One X's as I ran in to every documented hardware issue there was.....anyway he said....it may be the unit's IMEI got changed and the unlock code no longer matches.....
So that's where I'm at.....I fully own this One X having paid my dues to Orange...I had to put up with 5 faults...and I'm left with a phone that I effectively still have to pay Orange for...
Are there any options open to me ?
Is there a way to unlock it if I root it ?
are HTC able to unlock it ?
thanks,
Ant.
cookan said:
Hi guys,
I have an M8 now..I'm happy well almost....had to send it back and whilst it was being fixed I thought I'd get my One X out and use the sim in that. Unfortunately I'd moved from Orange to Vodafone when I upgraded to the M8 so my vodafone SIM didn't want to work in the Orange UK One X.
Easy I thought...I went online and got the unlock code....which didn't work. Luckily the site refunded me he 10 quid and I tried another site...this one cost 15 quid so I thought I'd get a 'better' code Unfortunately, it was the same code...only £5 more expensive....luckily, they refunded me also.
So...I called Orange...and despite having since moved to Vodafone and no longer having a contract with them they agreed to provide the unlock code for free.....yes you guessed it....same code as the 2 online providers....
So...I took it to a shop who tried a 'different' database...which produced..you guessed it...the same code so he took it away and said he suspected the wrong code had been entered too many times which is why the code wasn't working...he was going to try reset the counter to enable the code to be entered...but after a long while...no luck.
I then spoke to HTC who were also very helpful and checked the IMEI which showed them that the unit had been in for repair...no sh*t I said....I had no less than 5 HTC One X's as I ran in to every documented hardware issue there was.....anyway he said....it may be the unit's IMEI got changed and the unlock code no longer matches.....
So that's where I'm at.....I fully own this One X having paid my dues to Orange...I had to put up with 5 faults...and I'm left with a phone that I effectively still have to pay Orange for...
Are there any options open to me ?
Is there a way to unlock it if I root it ?
are HTC able to unlock it ?
thanks,
Ant.
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You don't need to pay anyone if you get in touch with orange and as for sim unlock code you should get it free if you've had the handset with them for over 6 month.
Just seen the rest of message have you tried taking it into a orange shop to let them unlock it for you
Are you running a stock ROM? I just ordered an unlock code for my Canadian Rogers One X. Didn't want to start flashing custom ROMs until I got it unlocked.
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Ok so i bought this phone off ebay and i wish to use it with O2UK, i have tried several methods to unlock it.
I have bought a code from htccode.com which when i input says "network unlock successful" but when it gets to the main screen it says "no service".
Today i purchased both a turbosim v5 and a xsim v5 from a local phone unlocking shop for £3 each. When i try these in my phone they just show "no SIM card in phone"
I can't afford to wait until monday before doing anything now. Is there anything else i can try, i would order one of these "i-SmartSim 2008"'s from DealExtreme but it's gonna be friday next week before it gets here, i need my phone before then.
Any help would be appreciated.
Hi, I bought my HTC Tattoo (Orange UK) about 2 months ago, after trying about every possible software hack & firmware installation & rooting. I finally bought the i-SmartSim 2008, inserted it and it just worked. No hassle, no problems.
And trust me, I really tried about everything there was written around the HTC Tattoo (Orange)
Does this remove the orange apps?. I'm trying to clear my phone of all orange installations.
Thanks John
I wanted to debrand, but apparently debranding locks Orange UK phones or does it?
Anyway tried HTCUnlock.com/Unlockingonline.com
Got the following.
The reason why your order could not be processed is as follows:
VERY NEW HTC HANDSET - PLEASE UPGRADE SERVICE
The scammers even though it was advertised as £12.99, they want me to order again this time paying £29
So the next one I tried,
HTCCode.com
Something similar, they could not unlock.
Anyone any ideas? I don't really need it unlocked as would be using on Orange anyway but wouldn't want to be locked out.
slugger09 said:
I wanted to debrand, but apparently debranding locks Orange UK phones or does it?
Anyway tried HTCUnlock.com/Unlockingonline.com
Got the following.
The reason why your order could not be processed is as follows:
VERY NEW HTC HANDSET - PLEASE UPGRADE SERVICE
The scammers even though it was advertised as £12.99, they want me to order again this time paying £29
So the next one I tried,
HTCCode.com
Something similar, they could not unlock.
Anyone any ideas? I don't really need it unlocked as would be using on Orange anyway but wouldn't want to be locked out.
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I have a brand new Telus version and I used http://www.cellunlock.net/
I had a working unlock code in less then 20 minutes!
And it was only $19.99US use coupon code crackb50
Hope it works, let us know! Good luck!!!
slugger09 said:
I wanted to debrand, but apparently debranding locks Orange UK phones or does it?
Anyway tried HTCUnlock.com/Unlockingonline.com
Got the following.
The reason why your order could not be processed is as follows:
VERY NEW HTC HANDSET - PLEASE UPGRADE SERVICE
The scammers even though it was advertised as £12.99, they want me to order again this time paying £29
So the next one I tried,
HTCCode.com
Something similar, they could not unlock.
Anyone any ideas? I don't really need it unlocked as would be using on Orange anyway but wouldn't want to be locked out.
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When did you purchase the code from HTCCODE? Our database was updated on the 28th July and thereafter we have codes for all HTC Desire.
I suggest you take a look at this thread :
http://www.htccode.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=2187
I bought a Desire for my girlfriend yesterday and I've unlocked it at http://www.htcimeiunlock.com/htc-desire-unlock
I payed $25 on the new database because I was in a hurry and didn't wanted to wait and see if the code can be found in the standard database first($16).
slugger09 said:
I wanted to debrand, but apparently debranding locks Orange UK phones or does it?
Anyway tried HTCUnlock.com/Unlockingonline.com
Got the following.
The reason why your order could not be processed is as follows:
VERY NEW HTC HANDSET - PLEASE UPGRADE SERVICE
The scammers even though it was advertised as £12.99, they want me to order again this time paying £29
So the next one I tried,
HTCCode.com
Something similar, they could not unlock.
Anyone any ideas? I don't really need it unlocked as would be using on Orange anyway but wouldn't want to be locked out.
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I had the same thing with my week old desire (tried unlocking the day after getting it). They said that I could do a more expensive search that would probably work, however they suggested just waiting for HTC to release the new database.
It all depends on when your phone was manufactured and what database update will include your code.
slugger09 said:
I wanted to debrand, but apparently debranding locks Orange UK phones or does it?
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Nope. Not with mine anyway and also LennyUK is running custom firmware on his orange locked Desire.
The only things to be careful of is the HBOOT version and also make sure you flash the correct radio.
I've tested 5.09.00.08 and 5.09.00.20 and they both work with my phone.
Telus
I used htcimeiunlock.com. They tell from the start the price for each search options ($15 and $24).
Mine was $15.
why are you all paying for unlocking???
Is it possible to do it without paying?
You can try asking your provider for the unlock code, I think they charge 15 pounds.
Right now there is no free way to unlock the new htc devices.
horadee said:
why are you all paying for unlocking???
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Why, will you pay for everyone?
Hi all,
I've got a brand new T-Mobile desire (picked up a few days ago), but i'm having problems getting it unlocked I've tried mobileunlocked.co.uk (with their supernew search) as well as htcsimunlock, but neither could find the code (but have refunded).
Is there any other option? Or is the phone just too new to have the code on a DB yet?
Thanks
Why not ask t-mobile for an unlock, they charge 15£ and can definately get you can unlock code ? though it might take a bit longer
Unfortunately i'm not with t-mobile, I bought the phone off someone who got it on an upgrade
Email me the IMEI no, let me check it for you.
Thanks ferrari, but I've already tried (and got refunded ) HTCCode.com, they couldnt find it
they are suppose to update the code database in the next 2 weeks....
mind if i ask you what is the first 8 digits of your imeI?
Mh, they are really SIMlocked? Can't imagine that...
The unlock codes for HTC Desire locked to T-mobile is available in the database now. You can get the codes from Prounlocking which takes minimum 5 hours to be delivered.
Jesus christ guys, why pay when you can just use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=943726
Hi people.
Just bought myself a HTC One X locked onto T-Mobile network.
I want to use it on Orange UK.
Anyone know if the SIM unlock codes are available?
Every site I go to advise me that the codes aren't available yet.
Is there another way of being able to use my orange SIM with the HTC One X?
Thanks
There are people selling the codes on Ebay, and there is a Tread (closed though) of people who have successfully used these services: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1613613&highlight=unlock+code
Check ebay though as they are some for as cheap as £4.
Nice one gaiden, I'll give it a go.
Thanks for help.
A novice like me needs all that I can get!!
Aaaah, just realised why I'm struggling. Apparently the phone has to be at least one month old for IMEI to be registered on server. That means the waiting game......
Cant you just phone tMobile and ask them for a subsidy pin ?
ermmm tmobile and orange are the same company.... is the card being rejected out right?, i can switch between orange and tmobile with no problems with my tmobile card, and my wife has a locked wildfire s to tmobile that happily runs a orange card.
Yeah tmo and orange are now the same network. You shouldnt need to unlock for this.
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That is the exact reason why I bought the phone, thinking Orange & T-Mobile have merged into one.
The thing is they share their network coverage but they are still two seperate companies.This was confirmed by Orange UK. And T-Mobile won't deal with me because I don't have an account with them.
So I need to find someone who does have one, or set one up (which I don't want to do).
All the official HTC Unlock sites don't seem to have code available and give me a refund straight away. I'm going to try a couple from EBay this morning to see if they're any better.
umerio said:
That is the exact reason why I bought the phone, thinking Orange & T-Mobile have merged into one.
The thing is they share their network coverage but they are still two seperate companies.This was confirmed by Orange UK. And T-Mobile won't deal with me because I don't have an account with them.
So I need to find someone who does have one, or set one up (which I don't want to do).
All the official HTC Unlock sites don't seem to have code available and give me a refund straight away. I'm going to try a couple from EBay this morning to see if they're any better.
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T-Mobile will only unlock a handset that is registered to the account. I.e purchased with the number at the same time, as imei's are linked.
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What method did you try ?
the ebay unlocking method worked fine for my t-mobile phone,
Unlock codes!?
Am I missing something,
If you flash an RUU rom surely that will unlock it?
I presume using Ebay Unlocking techniques also risk voiding warrenty?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1543604
deanfarnaby said:
Unlock codes!?
Am I missing something,
If you flash an RUU rom surely that will unlock it?
I presume using Ebay Unlocking techniques also risk voiding warrenty?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1543604
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Flashing a custom ROM does NOT SIM unlock the phone. Unlike unlocking/rooting, SIM unlocking does not void your warranty.
I've used HTC SIM Unlock before and they always been to work. They have a money back guarantee as well. Never trust those unlockers on eBay. I've been scammed too many times. http://www.htcsimunlock.com/#oid=1096_1
Your other option could be to get a PAYG sim card and call them from that. They might unlock it for you as you would have an account with them then?
I never thought of that, ie, getting a PAYG SIM card. Should have done that! Anyways, after many unsuccessful attempts in getting the phone unlocked (the number of refunds I got on my Paypal, I had numerous security checks on my card!), I eventually got hold of the person I bought the phone off. He's kindly got in touch with T-Mobile UK, and for £15-32, they'll unlock it for me. It will take between 10-28 days, so I'm expecting it to come through some time this week at the earliest. I know it may be dear, but I also know they will be able to unlock it, as its their network.
Anyways, thanks for all the help guys!
I just unlocked my one x at unlockcode4u.com and as I made a video they just refunded me, so eventually I didnt pay anything.
My HTC one X is the best phone ever
hello guys.....im trying unlock my lumia 900 at&t for 1 week now and every seller is refund the money back to me after 72 hours and say that your IMEI not in database.. even on ebay. however i checked for IMEI status and its very clear and clean..please help me. what i have to do?
Why don't you just ask AT&T. As of 10/8/12 they are unlocking L900s.
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It seems phones bought 2nd hand or refurbished are not being unlocked. They show up as eligible in the at&t system, but code not found when it comes down to it.
The same thing happened to me. I do not believe that problem is second-hand or refurbished unit I think the devices to which this occurs has not yet 6 months contract. I'm hoping that's it.
I managed to unlock 3 devices one was mine and two other relatives, had no problems. Just needed to unlock one more.
When I went to the last, was not found unlock code.
I'll wait a few days and try again, but I'm upset with this problem.
Another thing I noticed is that the device was not to find the unlock code has a special feature, the box has an inscription that had not in others.
The MPN is written on the box: 9375319 V2.1 81-X
This entry does not appear in other devices I could unlock. Coincidence?
mr
even if its used, i think it can be unlocked..yes i bought it from ebay..but im sure its original, used but refresh...please i need a hlep. i love this lumia!!
Can't unlock phone as well
I've been trying to unlock my nokia luma since october 8th. I opened up three cases with AT&T and only one came back with an unlock code. I tried the unlock code and it's wrong! It's not even 8 digits -_-' So what do I do now? I don't understand what the hell the problem is, I see other people are having no problem unlocking their phones, and mine took nearly a month to get the wrong code...just what the actual ****.
same problem here
aggiegirl3628 said:
I've been trying to unlock my nokia luma since october 8th. I opened up three cases with AT&T and only one came back with an unlock code. I tried the unlock code and it's wrong! It's not even 8 digits -_-' So what do I do now? I don't understand what the hell the problem is, I see other people are having no problem unlocking their phones, and mine took nearly a month to get the wrong code...just what the actual ****.
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Hi
Same problem here.. I am trying to unlock the phone from September but no success. Opened 2 case with ATT, I got a 8 digit code from ATT and its wrong.. now again opened a case with ATT for right code and waiting..how about your case now? do you got it unlocked?
nickle88 said:
Hi
Same problem here.. I am trying to unlock the phone from September but no success. Opened 2 case with ATT, I got a 8 digit code from ATT and its wrong.. now again opened a case with ATT for right code and waiting..how about your case now? do you got it unlocked?
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Same problem. The unlock code provided by AT&T is 8 digit long but is not working. I always get "Incorrect PIN" when i try to unlock the mobile.
I got my mobile replace through the Insurance company, maybe that could be the case? Think I have to use mobile as paper weight going forard. Sick AT&T
hi
have any of u guys got the correct code , even my code says incorrect pin . tried 2 resellers on ebay but got the same code . one guy told me to udate my phone so i did , but still same , now i got only 4 tries left . just for teh info even flashing teh phone wont reset your unlock code count . please help here guys if any of u got your phones unlocked .
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have any of u guys got the correct code , even my code says incorrect pin . tried 2 resellers on ebay but got the same code . one guy told me to udate my phone so i did , but still same , now i got only 4 tries left . just for teh info even flashing teh phone wont reset your unlock code count . please help here guys if any of u got your phones unlocked .
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Nopes. Event AT&T customer care is not able to unlock the phone. They simply dont have the technical capability to unlock the phones if the code is not working.
Has anyone found a solution when the code is not found? I have tried sellers on ebay and AT&T, but neither are able to find any unlock code.
I have finally found a seller that provided a code! jose70blue on ebay. You have to use up all the 10 attempts, then when it tells you to use the PUK code, and 32 attempts, the provided code worked like a charm on the first try!
Can somebody confirm this actually works because I have 3 attempts left and don't want to screw my mobile.
Thanks for the update.
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