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Hello All. I'm getting my 620 from t-mobile in like 2 days, and I had a quick question.
I know you can get it SIM/CID unlocked from that imei site that costs $40.
I know I can get the phone unlocked from T-mobile by calling them (been with them for 3 years)
Here's my question: Is the type of unlocking that I can get done from T-mobile only the SIM unlock, or does it do the CID unlock too?
If it's only the SIM unlock, does that imei unlock site have a discounted price for only CID unlocking (i searched around everywhere on the site and couldn't find anything on it)? If not, does anyone know any other site where i can get the phone CID unlocked for cheaper than $40.
Thanks in advance
Drew
CID or SIM Unlock
T-Mobile only provides a SIM unlock as far as I am aware. You will need to use imeicheck.co.uk to CID unlock. I have used them twice before, and it works well. However, I am with you - $40 is steep, and my Dash works with T-Mobile's own rom, so I am reluctant to spend the cash. I will be asking them if they would provide a cheaper service, and I am sure they would get loads more business, if thwy would. Let us know if you do ask also....
I sent them a email asking them if they provided a cheaper service since my Dash will only need the CID unlock.
They replied back saying it's all from one program so they could not provide it cheaper.
looks like I got the shaft from them, rofl.
we believe that if you put on the old bootloader you don't need to cid unlock. Try that.
indiekiduk said:
we believe that if you put on the old bootloader you don't need to cid unlock. Try that.
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if you are using a "dash" you will need to CID unlock and flash an old bootloader before you are able to flash another rom
Hey,
I got my Nexus two months ago and I've loved it unconditionally!
But I'm moving to the USA for three months in the summer and I really want to be able to use it over there. I'm just wondering is there an efficient way to unlock the carrier restrictions without paying my carrier? I'm on a contract and they won't do it.
I have until June, so if nothing is available now, I'm sure it will be then-provided it's possible.
I'm really not sure if this is possible because I'm totally unused to Android-I came from an iPhone 4.
I don't mind using Custom ROMs, Rooting, etc.
.synq said:
Hey,
I got my Nexus two months ago and I've loved it unconditionally!
But I'm moving to the USA for three months in the summer and I really want to be able to use it over there. I'm just wondering is there an efficient way to unlock the carrier restrictions without paying my carrier? I'm on a contract and they won't do it.
I have until June, so if nothing is available now, I'm sure it will be then-provided it's possible.
I'm really not sure if this is possible because I'm totally unused to Android-I came from an iPhone 4.
I don't mind using Custom ROMs, Rooting, etc.
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The Galaxy Nexus is factory unlocked. All Nexus phones are. It's one of Googles provisions for these phones.
not anymore, carrier sold GNs are locked. If your operator won't unlock it, there are a lot of sites that will unlock samsung phones. I got my unlock code off ebay for about £9...
you need to enter the code again after a factory reset so keep it safe somewhere
spamlucal said:
not anymore, carrier sold GNs are locked. If your operator won't unlock it, there are a lot of sites that will unlock samsung phones. I got my unlock code off ebay for about £9...
you need to enter the code again after a factory reset so keep it safe somewhere
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?? Mine was. I thought they all were still. Is it only in certain countries than? I bought one from Bell Canada and it is unlocked. Either way ignore my post I just assumed all of them were still unlocked.
@OP I found lots of places to buy unlock codes cheap. If you aren't in a hurry you can also wait until we find a way to unlock it with software.
I got the chance to test it out today and as it turns out, it's unlocked.
I got the phone in a strange way where there was very little contact with the carrier because it's on a corporate contract.
Either way, it's unlocked, but thank you guys for the help!
I'm using CDMA/LTE GNex, so this doesn't apply to me.. but just wondering..
Is the unlock code unique to each device or do all Gnexuses have the same code?
If the latter, why does no one publicize it?
Royal2000H said:
I'm using CDMA/LTE GNex, so this doesn't apply to me.. but just wondering..
Is the unlock code unique to each device or do all Gnexuses have the same code?
If the latter, why does no one publicize it?
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they are unique, if someone cracked the encryption ( pay sites ) they could sell the keys they can create. you need to give your IMEI to be able to generate your code
Out of curiosity what carriers are locking the phone? I now have used 3 different phones all factory unlocked. Is this just certain countries?
http://www.amazon.co.jp/docomo-SC-0...OHHA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1331565064&sr=8-1
it is very cheap
can it unlock the sim card?
Probably want to stay away from docomo branded stuff.
Sent from my Nexus in Texas.
ygvuhb said:
http://www.amazon.co.jp/docomo-SC-0...OHHA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1331565064&sr=8-1
it is very cheap
can it unlock the sim card?
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I don't think there's been a sim unlock yet otherwise that's a hell of a deal.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
WHOA. That's cheap.
This and this might be helpful.
vincom2 said:
WHOA. That's cheap.
This and this might be helpful.
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i find this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1352898&page=8
& this
http://translate.google.com/transla...com/forum/redirect.php?tid=7861&goto=lastpost
need comfirm is it work or not
Notice:
Written in this link.
"This product can not be delivered outside of Japan."
Use transfer services or request to send for Japanese friend
If you need unlock the sim card, there are two ways.
1. Go to carrier service shop (called as "docomo shop") in Japan, and you can unlock. Cost 3,150 Japanese Yen(About 40$).
2. Or...Use unlock merchant like "Cell Unlocker .net".
neko_daisuki said:
Notice:
Written in this link.
"This product can not be delivered outside of Japan."
Use transfer services or request to send for Japanese friend
If you need unlock the sim card, there are two ways.
1. Go to carrier service shop (called as "docomo shop") in Japan, and you can unlock. Cost 3,150 Japanese Yen(About 40$).
2. Or...Use unlock merchant like "Cell Unlocker .net".
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If I'm not wrong, the SC-04D's sim unlock status is overwritten every time you flash a new rom right? So it would be better to use a method that actually got you the unlock code...
vincom2 said:
If I'm not wrong, the SC-04D's sim unlock status is overwritten every time you flash a new rom right? So it would be better to use a method that actually got you the unlock code...
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Unlock status will be kept permanently even if flash a new rom. (except explicitly lock again)
It is separate action between "SIM unlock" and "Flashing ROM".
I guess with a price that low sales are extremely poor in Japan?
neko_daisuki said:
Unlock status will be kept permanently even if flash a new rom. (except explicitly lock again)
It is separate action between "SIM unlock" and "Flashing ROM".
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This is incorrect for the SC-04D. It should be the case, but the lock state is apparently saved in /data because the phone does indeed get relocked with not only a new ROM flash but also with a factory reset.
And I've since found out that the Docomo shop that provided those unlock codes was reprimanded by Docomo corporate. It would seem that Docomo is worried about the salt being figured out. But, since the after market codes work for the SC-04D, that isn't a problem.
After market codes do not work for other handsets like the Docomo-branded Galaxy SII, so there is a unique salt in that case. unlock state on these other handsets persists though wiped of /data, though.
There's an app directly in this forum titled "Domoco sim unlock." Simple one button unlock and lock app.
While we are on the subject of Japanese phones, does anyone know how to download or purchase japanese apps/games that are restricted on the market by carrier??
I was pretty pissed when capcom released the free game gyakuten saiban (phoenix wright) to the android market but restricted it to certain models tied to certain japanese carriers.
I can download japanese apps if they are only country restricted but once carrier restriction comes into play, I get sad..
Anyone knows a way to overcome this? And don't get me started on third party japanese app markets that require you to have a real docomo/au/kddi account.. (Final Fantasy 3 anyone?)
anton2009 said:
There's an app directly in this forum titled "Domoco sim unlock." Simple one button unlock and lock app.
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is it a permanent unlock
the old method for japan galaxy nexus need reunlock
after flash another rom
softbanksucks said:
This is incorrect for the SC-04D. It should be the case, but the lock state is apparently saved in /data because the phone does indeed get relocked with not only a new ROM flash but also with a factory reset.
And I've since found out that the Docomo shop that provided those unlock codes was reprimanded by Docomo corporate. It would seem that Docomo is worried about the salt being figured out. But, since the after market codes work for the SC-04D, that isn't a problem.
After market codes do not work for other handsets like the Docomo-branded Galaxy SII, so there is a unique salt in that case. unlock state on these other handsets persists though wiped of /data, though.
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ARE YOU SAYING THAT IF I FACTORY RESET MY NEXUS ITL GET SIMLOCKED? O.O i bought two while i was in japan from docomo. cancelled the contract total cost with unlock of 3150yen came to 230$ which is dirt cheap
it is very cheap
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My gf's brother in China just got 2 of those cheap GN's from Japan, he unlocked them with some Chinese software (translated as "kill Docomo", lol...), first he upgraded ICS to 4.0.2... that's all I know so far. One Nexus is now mine
I paid $30 to get the code from one of the online cell unlocker sites and I have my code permanently now. A factory wipe will reset my lock. DoCoMo even tells you that if you pay them to unlock it. Difference is, they won't give you the code. There is an app out there something like "**** Docomo" that I found right after I paid my $30 that does temp unlocks (like mine is now) or permenant unlocks, but I think it changes you IMEI to do that, and we can't do that here. DoCoMo white lists IMEI's of phones they've sold and if you aren't on it, you have to use a more expensive APN. Not a problem for a SC-04d in the states though.
Prices for the Japanese version of the phone have been dropping like crazy on Chinese online stores and I've been tempted but very suspicious. Could the unlock issue be the sole reason for the price drop or are there any hardware issues with the Japanese version?
mr mystery said:
I guess with a price that low sales are extremely poor in Japan?
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Phones in Japan (just phones) are generally VERY CHEAP compared to the rest of the world. But unlocking it may be problematic.
Correct me if I was wrong but the so-called unlocking service in Japan only does temporary unlock, meaning if you flashed a new ROM, it's locked again.
MilkPudding said:
Phones in Japan (just phones) are generally VERY CHEAP compared to the rest of the world. But unlocking it may be problematic.
Correct me if I was wrong but the so-called unlocking service in Japan only does temporary unlock, meaning if you flashed a new ROM, it's locked again.
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The one docomo does, yes, and as I said they won't tell you the code so if you reflash the phone you have to go back to them to get it unlocked again (for free). That is why I paid for a code online; so i can always re-unlock it myself. I wish I would have seen the ****docomo apk earlier. Then I would have just used that when I travel, but oh well, its only $30.
I am dying to know where all these cheap japanese phones are though. In the 7 years I have been here I have only known the opposite to be true. It seems japan is always a little behind and a little (or a lot) more expensive. Pre smart phones, yeah, you might be right. Not now though.
SKYLINESSUCK said:
The one docomo does, yes, and as I said they won't tell you the code so if you reflash the phone you have to go back to them to get it unlocked again (for free). That is why I paid for a code online; so i can always re-unlock it myself. I wish I would have seen the ****docomo apk earlier. Then I would have just used that when I travel, but oh well, its only $30.
I am dying to know where all these cheap japanese phones are though. In the 7 years I have been here I have only known the opposite to be true. It seems japan is always a little behind and a little (or a lot) more expensive. Pre smart phones, yeah, you might be right. Not now though.
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hi the SC-04D only support UMTS800 & UMTS2100
the original Galaxy Nexus support UMTS850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100
they get totally different 3g network chip
Is only docomo using that 800mhz network?
or only japan use 800mhz?
HI guys,
I got an Xperia Arc S that was sim locked, so I contacted orange support and they gave me the code for unlocking, but when I entered the code it said "Could not unlock network", then I checked and the phone was hard locked..
I didn't enter any codes before orange gave me this one, and I bought it new, still its hard locked..
Is there any way that I can somehow undo the hard lock, so I can enter the unlock code??
Also does unlocking bootloader removes sim lock or hard lock??
Thx in advance
P.S.
It's 12W19 so the SETool doesn't work
unlocking bootloader DOESN'T removes sim lock or hard lock.
realzahed said:
unlocking bootloader DOESN'T removes sim lock or hard lock.
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OK, but can hard lock somehow be removed or something so I can enter the code?
Bump.
Have the same problem with a BRAND NEW Sony Ericsson MK16a Xperia Pro from Fido in Canada.
I had earlier attempted a testpoint and it failed (only then did I find out about the post-12W14 ones not working with testpoint). Mine is 12W21.
I bought an unlock code, but it kept failing. I checked the unlock attempts counter in the hidden menu, and it showed 10 attempts, and that number decreased to 7 (I tried 3 times).
Brought the phone to the shop where I bought the code. They claim my phone is hardlocked!
Tried buying the code from another provider. Code is exactly the same as the one that didn't work.
Any idea what to do?
machoman1337 said:
Have the same problem with a BRAND NEW Sony Ericsson MK16a Xperia Pro from Fido in Canada.
Any idea what to do?
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Was it supposed to be unlocked in the first place? I'd just take it back to the place where I bought it.
Moronicus said:
Was it supposed to be unlocked in the first place? I'd just take it back to the place where I bought it.
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What do you mean by "supposed to be unlocked"? It was locked to begin with and I assumed I could just buy a code and unlock it like any other phone.
Before trying to use a bought code, I had tried a testpoint unlock which did not work due to this being a new security model.
Unfortunately I can't take it back to Fido because I'm past their 15 day return policy.
There is a Youtube video of an identical problem to mine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1aCxH2e47gY
I just want to verify if the new security MCUs are blocking the ability to use network unlock codes.
machoman1337 said:
What do you mean by "supposed to be unlocked"? It was locked to begin with and I assumed I could just buy a code and unlock it like any other phone.
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I don't really know how phones are being sold in Canada, but here in Finland you can just go and buy an unlocked phone. If it then turns out to be locked, of course they will have to unlock it for you.
Or, you can go and buy a phone with a subscription, in which case it may be locked to the carrier in question. YOYO if you switch carriers and still want to use the same phone.
I'm having the same problem with a Fido Xperia U, had 10 attempts initially, now down to 4 after going through an ebay seller mister unlock and now cellunlocker.net, both provided me the same unlock code but it doesn't seems to work.
Mine's a brand new phone, everything stock, I even tried to reflash the firmware with the Sony PC Companion even though I had the latest firmware already.
Same as this guy:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lCoGhc6BCE
machoman1337 said:
All right, that makes at least 4 confirmed cases of new 2012 Fido Xperias not being unlockable with purchased codes. Let's bring this up with Fido and Sony and see what can be done.
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machoman1337:
You have this unlock xperia pro things solved? I have exactly same problem. Purchased 2 codes from 2 suppliers. Codes are identical and not working. Someone is advertising software unlock at fastgsm.com
minghe said:
machoman1337:
You have this unlock xperia pro things solved? I have exactly same problem. Purchased 2 codes from 2 suppliers. Codes are identical and not working. Someone is advertising software unlock at fastgsm.com
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wow, this really is serious eh... I managed to sell that xperia in the end (locked). F*** Sony honestly.
if someone finds a solution please let me know.
I whiling to pay up to 30 CAD to unlock my phone.
I've had a bit of a trawl round the net and cannot find anyway to SIM unlock this phone without shelling out £20+ for an unlock code!
Has anyone succesfully SIM unlocked this phone for free, or for a bit of £££ using Davinci etc?
I'd love to know too. My gf got that and I'm in the same situation. Let me know if you find anything. I saw that some HTC phones could be unlocked using an app because the code was stored on the phone in a way that it could be de-encrypted. Don't know if there's something similar for Sony