I bought my LS970 from a guy, I didn't ask many questions. Shortly after I got it, I flashed it to PagePlus and had it activated. I dropped it and the touch screen stopped working. So I let the service go. I just got it fixed again and I tried to re activate it back with PP, but they said my phone is no longer in service with them and they can't reactivate it because it's not a Verizon phone.
I would like to get it activated on another pre paid plan, but I'm not having any luck finding one that works. ANY help at all would be appreciated. Another thing, I checked the MEID and I got this back.
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I'm just guessing, but I think I'm going to have to pay someone to unlock my phone from Sprint so I can use it on Net10 or whatever. I could be wrong, but does that seem like that's what I have to do?
Strizay said:
I'm just guessing, but I think I'm going to have to pay someone to unlock my phone from Sprint so I can use it on Net10 or whatever. I could be wrong, but does that seem like that's what I have to do?
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Sounds like it may need to be flashed. Carrier unlocks usually apply to SIM (GSM) devices. If you want to use a CDMA device on another carrier you need to flash it. Unfortunately it looks like a lot of carriers communicate now than before and someone seems to have blocked your IMEI and as far as I know, changing it is against some laws, depending on your location.
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Sounds like it may need to be flashed. Carrier unlocks usually apply to SIM (GSM) devices. If you want to use a CDMA device on another carrier you need to flash it. Unfortunately it looks like a lot of carriers communicate now than before and someone seems to have blocked your IMEI and as far as I know, changing it is against some laws, depending on your location.
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I flashed it to PagePlus and was using it on that carrier until the phone broke, like I mentioned above. It's just still seeing the MEID number as being as a Sprint contract phone. I think I just need someone to unlock it or find a way to get the unlock code so I can do it myself.
so what you're saying is, that I can't just get an unlock code to get it off of Sprint, I actually have to flash it to another carrier again? What carrier would you suggest? Could I use NET10 or StraightTalk?
Anybody?
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OK, I didn't really get any help yet, so instead of another bump could maybe someone point me to a working tutorial to flash my LS970 to another network? One that I can use as a pre paid service. Like Ting or Net10 or Virgin? Please.
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I used wireless workshop. Pm me for details. Or goto wireless workshop dot com
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I used wireless workshop. Pm me for details. Or goto wireless workshop dot com
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So I am a little hesitant about activating the replacement device I received today...I got my Nexus before they switched to the shared data and was told I can keep it until I activate another 4G phone. I am wondering if their automated systems will treat this device as a new phone considering its got a different serial and all. Has anyone went through this recently?
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So I am a little hesitant about activating the replacement device I received today...I got my Nexus before they switched to the shared data and was told I can keep it until I activate another 4G phone. I am wondering if their automated systems will treat this device as a new phone considering its got a different serial and all. Has anyone went through this recently?
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I haven't done it recently, but that shouldn't be an issue.
Can't you just pop your sim in and go?
This is my first 4G device with a sim so I wasnt quite sure how exactly it will work out and calling Verizon didnt help at all the two ladies I talked to couldnt grasp the question I was asking with one telling me that as long as the Unlimited Data is on my account i'll never lose it...Figured I was much better coming here instead
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This is my first 4G device with a sim so I wasnt quite sure how exactly it will work out and calling Verizon didnt help at all the two ladies I talked to couldnt grasp the question I was asking with one telling me that as long as the Unlimited Data is on my account i'll never lose it...Figured I was much better coming here instead
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I have unlimited data on VZW, and I had an LG Revolution, granted this example is before the shared data BS, I just bought a used GNexus off ebay about 2 months ago. I just walked into the store, said I need to get a micro SIM (REVO used full size SIM), they got me a new micro SIM, even activated it for me, and I specifically said I want to make sure my plan does not change and she said of course not, and it did not.
You should only loose it if you buy a new phone from them and then re-up your contract.
From this point forward pretty much all VZW customers with unlimited plans need to buy phones from other sources than VZW.
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You should only loose it if you buy a new phone from them and then re-up your contract.
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This is true. You will only lose your unlimited if you use a subsidy or do a transfer of liability.
Thanks guys it went off without a hitch and when i checked with *#*#RTN#*#* i was surprised to find that this phone has not been reconditioned...So I am assuming its new which is nice...Its a v.9 though while my previous one was a .10. Doesn't look like the signal has improved though so far which is frustrating.
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Thanks guys it went off without a hitch and when i checked with *#*#RTN#*#* i was surprised to find that this phone has not been reconditioned...So I am assuming its new which is nice...Its a v.9 though while my previous one was a .10. Doesn't look like the signal has improved though so far which is frustrating.
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Its a refurbished phone. Trust me. They're good at refurbing the nexus. I have no idea why you thought you'd lose unlimited...all you have to do is slip in your SIM, no activation required.
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After scouring the net for the last week or so to find a method of unlocking the SGH-T999L without either purchasing a box or an unlock code from a shady eBay dealer, I stumbled across an app that seems like I might do the job.
RegionLockAway by Chainfire seems to remove the network lock on this specific model, despite being designed for the Galaxy Note 3.
(original thread) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2470551
Now, I've tried this on my phone, and as I said before, it seems to have removed the network lock on my SGH-T999L, but only partially. I am no longer bothered for an unlock code when booting the phone with an AT&T or MetroPCS SIM card inserted, and my account details assigned to the SIM cards are displayed under my phone's settings. The issue is that I cannot seem to connect to any networks.
I don't know if this will lead to anything, but I just felt like sharing this little tidbit of information with you guys. If anyone else would like to try this out and post results, I'm sure it would be greatly appreciated by the community. Hopefully this gets us one step closer to unlocking this bastard of a phone with minimal effort.
P.S. If this is in the wrong section, feel free to move it, and I apologize.
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After scouring the net for the last week or so to find a method of unlocking the SGH-T999L without either purchasing a box or an unlock code from a shady eBay dealer, I stumbled across an app that seems like I might do the job.
RegionLockAway by Chainfire seems to remove the network lock on this specific model, despite being designed for the Galaxy Note 3.
(original thread) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2470551
Now, I've tried this on my phone, and as I said before, it seems to have removed the network lock on my SGH-T999L, but only partially. I am no longer bothered for an unlock code when booting the phone with an AT&T or MetroPCS SIM card inserted, and my account details assigned to the SIM cards are displayed under my phone's settings. The issue is that I cannot seem to connect to any networks.
I don't know if this will lead to anything, but I just felt like sharing this little tidbit of information with you guys. If anyone else would like to try this out and post results, I'm sure it would be greatly appreciated by the community. Hopefully this gets us one step closer to unlocking this bastard of a phone with minimal effort.
P.S. If this is in the wrong section, feel free to move it, and I apologize.
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Tried changing ur apn settings?
I'm very interested in this, and the APN might just be what he needs, please post results whenever you have them.
I concur. Sounds definitely like APN issue.
Still searching...
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I concur. Sounds definitely like APN issue.
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Rooted sgh-t999L with stock 4.3... I just tried this in hopes of a network unlock as a side effect and it did not work. I ran it twice to make sure.
Can a locked tmobile htc one m8 be used on metropcs network?
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Can a locked tmobile htc one m8 be used on metropcs network?
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No. It needs to be SIM unlocked, paid off & not blacklisted. I bought one off of Craigslist. Had the guy meet me at a metro store to verify that it was all good. Fortunately, all went well. It'll cost you $10 for the micro sim card + $15 for the "ESN" change on your account.
It doesn't need to be unlocked metropcs is a T-Mobile mvno they run on the same towers but if you want to unlock it nothing to lose just request for an unlock code but if you haven't bought it yet take other guys advice if buying on Craigslist or if buying on eBay ask for the imei and check the status through T-Mobile
I'm just stating what Metro PCS Corporate told me directly. ALL phones (Including ANY T-Mobile phones) MUST be unlocked. Without exception. Their words - not mine. Was I surprised? Oh yes! I too thought since T-Mobile & Metro PCS are essentially one & the same that one wouldn't need it to be unlocked. NOT so. Don't take my word for it - call their TOLL FREE 888-863-8768 number & ask 'em. They'll confirm what I've said here.
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I'm just stating what Metro PCS Corporate told me directly. ALL phones (Including ANY T-Mobile phones) MUST be unlocked. Without exception. Their words - not mine. Was I surprised? Oh yes! I too thought since T-Mobile & Metro PCS are essentially one & the same that one wouldn't need it to be unlocked. NOT so. Don't take my word for it - call their TOLL FREE 888-863-8768 number & ask 'em. They'll confirm what I've said here.
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I personally used my old droid dna on Metro pcs. It wasn't sim unlocked, just put a Metro sim in. Granted since I hadn't changed anything else it only got 3g data. But since it is T-Mobile M8 on Metro pcs you should have no issues.
Luck favors you indeed. Go here: https://www.metropcs.com/content/metro/en/desktop/metro/offers/bring-your-own-phone
Their own website says it MUST be unlocked.
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Can this phone be unlocked and used on different network ? specifically international networks ?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sprint-prepaid-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-4g-no-contract-cell-phone-white/8776306.p?id=1219398526235&skuId=8776306
Since Sprint is CDMA, not even sure if they have a sim slot .. it says no contract phone ...
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Can this phone be unlocked and used on different network ? specifically international networks ?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sprint-prepaid-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-4g-no-contract-cell-phone-white/8776306.p?id=1219398526235&skuId=8776306
Since Sprint is CDMA, not even sure if they have a sim slot .. it says no contract phone ...
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No it cannot be. There is no sim slot at all. You may be able to put it on straight talk or pageplus, but I have no idea if you could put it on any other cdma network. To my knowledge most other countries use gsm over cdma.
The only one I know that does allow sprint devices, is ting
And FreedomPop
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no use in getting this then.. Best buy is giving this phone for 79$ during thanksgiving.. no use if there is no sim slot.
Thanks everyone.
depakjan said:
no use in getting this then.. Best buy is giving this phone for 79$ during thanksgiving.. no use if there is no sim slot.
Thanks everyone.
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The AT&T and T-Mobile variants have SIM slots
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And FreedomPop
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Freedom pop is garbage. It's all voip. Even with strong 4g, the call quality is terrible, and it all barely works. Ting is the only one that's a normal service.
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Freedom pop is garbage. It's all voip. Even with strong 4g, the call quality is terrible, and it all barely works. Ting is the only one that's a normal service.
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I agree, but some people don't talk on the phone much... Just throwing it out there, especially because they are the only ones to have a completely free plan.
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True. But ting scales depending on your usage. Although I wish it was unlimited everything.. Just can't afford a new $300 unlocked phone to go to another company. So stuck with ting
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True. But ting scales depending on your usage. Although I wish it was unlimited everything.. Just can't afford a new $300 unlocked phone to go to another company. So stuck with ting
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Same here, but right now I'm alright with that... Especially if we're getting official 4.4.4 soon.
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Got my new unlocked moto z play today. Went to the AT&T store to get a new sim. Had a micro needed a nano. Anyway did this during my lunch hour, they activated my phone and I left. Later on noticed I had no internet. The data icon showed a question mark. I called support an after an hour they stated my phone is not compatable with there system. I have phone and text, but no data. The phone is being marketed as AT&T compatable. After going to the moto site they have an area that states the phone may not be compatable with all services that AT&T has. I find it hard that they would exclude data.
Anyone else with this issue?
Funny enough I also have no data. However my issue started when I tried to root, and ended up having to flash a boot.img from another variant to even boot anymore. You can check to see if your APN's are set up correctly, or if you have any. Before all of this though, I had data working fine.
Seems like ATT says any unlocked phone is not compatible, or they send you the wrong SIM in the mail. Like was said before, check that you have an Access Point Name setup. I always have to with unlocked phones.
Well it seems it was the APN, damn spent an hour with a tech and the didn't know that. You would think after checking to see that the sim matches there account that would be next. Thanks all for your help. Love the phone would have hated to return it.
Tech support for most companies are useless. They read off of a list of things that could be wrong. Passed that list they have hardly any technical knowledge. 99% of the time you're better off coming here with questions...
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Tech support for most companies are useless. They read off of a list of things that could be wrong. Passed that list they have hardly any technical knowledge. 99% of the time you're better off coming here with questions...
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That is so true, thats y i ask here first.
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enferraro said:
Well it seems it was the APN, damn spent an hour with a tech and the didn't know that. You would think after checking to see that the sim matches there account that would be next. Thanks all for your help. Love the phone would have hated to return it.
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Can I ask what apn settings gave you data? It could help with my problem.
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jon7701 said:
Can I ask what apn settings gave you data? It could help with my problem.
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the link i got from the tech was the following, fixed my issue
https://
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esupport/article.html#!/wireless/KB424489?source=redirect
sorry cant post links.... take the spaces and stuff out can i ask a more senior member to fix and repost?
I am getting band 17 on Att
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the link i got from the tech was the following, fixed my issue
https://www.att.com/esupport/article.html#!/wireless/KB424489?source=redirect
sorry cant post links.... take the spaces and stuff out can i ask a more senior member to fix and repost?
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Fixed the link. The APN settings are correct, but my problem is from software corruption of some kind. I just have to wait until the RETUS stock firmware gets released...