I know that people have been going with cellunlock . net for their unlock codes but was wondering if you can unlock it yourself somehow. I unlocked the Samsung Captivate myself as the unlock code was hidden on the phone. Just basically wondering if I can save myself $20 somehow if that was possible. Thanks in advanced.
trant01 said:
I know that people have been going with cellunlock . net for their unlock codes but was wondering if you can unlock it yourself somehow. I unlocked the Samsung Captivate myself as the unlock code was hidden on the phone. Just basically wondering if I can save myself $20 somehow if that was possible. Thanks in advanced.
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nope it isn't possible like that. but on the bright side. Once it is unlocked it is permanent so even if you flash an .SBF or anything it won't relock
What racecarbmw said, each code is dependent of imei so its device specific
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The method used to unlock Atrix is called "remote unlocking" via IEME if you wanna google and read about it.
Thanks
Is there really no software that can generate the code based on your IMEI?
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Is there really no software that can generate the code based on your IMEI?
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I know you could for the old nokias etc. We can do everything else, how does this code hold us back when you guys are unlocking bootloaders etc.
Atrix unlock available from ATT Aug 22nd 2011
I am moving to China and plan to use my Atrix there. I JUST got off the phone with ATT and they told me that they can give me my unlock code (because I am moving out of the country) BUT not until, on or after the 22nd of Aug 2011. Lucky for me that is right when I am going to China. So, if any of you "plan a trip out of the country" then you can get your unlock code from ATT for free.
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I am moving to China and plan to use my Atrix there. I JUST got off the phone with ATT and they told me that they can give me my unlock code (because I am moving out of the country) BUT not until, on or after the 22nd of Aug 2011. Lucky for me that is right when I am going to China. So, if any of you "plan a trip out of the country" then you can get your unlock code from ATT for free.
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Have u got the SIM unlock code yet? what question does att ask? e.g. mobile phone number? I got it from a small shop in hong kong but I do not have ATT mobile phone number...
Just called At&t and they gave me an unlock code for my Atrix over the phone.
It worked first time. They mentioned that 5 unsuccessful trys would sim lock the phone
permanently.
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Just called At&t and they gave me an unlock code for my Atrix over the phone.
It worked first time. They mentioned that 5 unsuccessful trys would sim lock the phone
permanently.
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lol i called att and they wouldnt give it to me, but seriously i only payed 3 dollars to a guy on ebay and had it unlocked first try. dont pay 20, the 3 dollar guys are just as good. just check their feedback first
Well that sucks that we cannot unlock this ourselves. I mean you can Unlock an iPhone without the need to call I even unlocked a Few HTC Android devices as well, and good point we can unlock the bootloader but can't unlock the code... Maybe just not enough interest shrug.
Not trying to plug anyone or anything but I just unlocked my "Bell Canada" Atrix.
I used cellunlock.net The code cost 40$ but I used the promo code for 50% "android50" or something (Google it) also they were having a 50% off sale so I got it for only 10$.
The good:
It worked!
They did not over charge me (10$ USD)
The bad:
It took them almost a week to get back to me with the code, I thought they may have scammed me but they did finally email me with the code 6 days later.
They mailed me 2 codes ####### or ######## I used the first one but why 2 codes???
Hope it helps!!
voltmeter101 said:
lol i called att and they wouldnt give it to me, but seriously i only payed 3 dollars to a guy on ebay and had it unlocked first try. dont pay 20, the 3 dollar guys are just as good. just check their feedback first
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what i dont get is how can some random guy on ebay do it but we cant? same with those sites like cellunlock why can they do it and we cant? weird if you ask me haha.
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what i dont get is how can some random guy on ebay do it but we cant? same with those sites like cellunlock why can they do it and we cant? weird if you ask me haha.
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I think there is a server that they connec to where the imei is listed with the unlock codes.....
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I got an X10a last week locked to the at&t network and have been trying with 0 sucess to get it unlocked. I've tried everywhere online, no one can do it. Anyone know why the unlock servers are down? Was it a crackdown from SE? I paid $40 to htccode.com and they haven't refunded my money or been much help. I tried MobileInCanada.com for IMEI remote unlock, they said they couldn't do it and refunded my money. I used my friends att account to call them and ask for the code, and they put the IMEI in their system and got a message that the phone is an at&t exclusive and don't have th unlock code for it. I don't get it. This isn't an iPhone, it's an Android phone that's been out for almost a year. The admin on the setool.net forums where the unlock server is held has been very vague about it ever coming back online. He always just says "maybe 1 week, 1 month, maybe never"
What's the deal?
Did you try these - http://www1.davinciteam.com/index.html
I checked them out. they only do Flah/Debranding. They don't unlock Android devices.
I wonder if I should track down a Turbo Sim and try that...
I ordered mine here: www -.- unlockonline -.- org/Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X10-Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X10-mini-Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X10-mini-pro-Unlock-Xperia-E10i-Unlock-Xperia-E10a-Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X2-In-12-to-20-Hours.html
24h later I got the code.
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I ordered mine here: www -.- unlockonline -.- org/Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X10-Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X10-mini-Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X10-mini-pro-Unlock-Xperia-E10i-Unlock-Xperia-E10a-Unlock-Sony-Ericsson-XPERIA-X2-In-12-to-20-Hours.html
24h later I got the code.
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When did you do it? It seems that no one can unlock the X10 since the last week in October.
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I got an X10a last week locked to the at&t network and have been trying with 0 sucess to get it unlocked. I've tried everywhere online, no one can do it. Anyone know why the unlock servers are down? Was it a crackdown from SE? I paid $40 to htccode.com and they haven't refunded my money or been much help. I tried MobileInCanada.com for IMEI remote unlock, they said they couldn't do it and refunded my money. I used my friends att account to call them and ask for the code, and they put the IMEI in their system and got a message that the phone is an at&t exclusive and don't have th unlock code for it. I don't get it. This isn't an iPhone, it's an Android phone that's been out for almost a year. The admin on the setool.net forums where the unlock server is held has been very vague about it ever coming back online. He always just says "maybe 1 week, 1 month, maybe never"
What's the deal?
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DO YOU NEED at&t soft on your phone? Do you have garantie or what?
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DO YOU NEED at&t soft on your phone? Do you have garantie or what?
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I already flashed 2.1 on the phone. I need to unlock it so i can use it with T-Mobile. I don't have at&t service
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I already flashed 2.1 on the phone. I need to unlock it so i can use it with T-Mobile. I don't have at&t service
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If you reflash with generic global firmware 2.1 you will be unlocked, or...
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If you reflash with generic global firmware 2.1 you will be unlocked, or...
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Nope. Already have Generic Global. Simlock is not affected by firmware...
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Nope. Already have Generic Global. Simlock is not affected by firmware...
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Tried omnius? I think you can get one day unlock license for 5 Euro.
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Tried omnius? I think you can get one day unlock license for 5 Euro.
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Checked them, not supported/
omnius also can't.
whole world of x10 locked. lol.
f*cking x10.
UnlockItNow - refunded
cellunlocker - refunded due server of x10unlock down
x10unlock - still not restored, may be weak security application, or BIG authorization of others...
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omnius also can't.
whole world of x10 locked. lol.
f*cking x10.
UnlockItNow - refunded
cellunlocker - refunded due server of x10unlock down
x10unlock - still not restored, may be weak security application, or BIG authorization of others...
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In addition -
http://www.unlocker.com.au/
[email protected]
They answered (Nov 12):
> via cable 28 usd not availble at moment as servers blocked for unknown time.
> we can do via code only at moment,. 39 usd
Since your ATT claimed they don't have this code at all, the code can be from manufacturer only that can be more expensive, than $39
I have similar problem, but mine is locked to T-Mobile UK. I am a T-Mobile US customer. TMO UK customer service has standard procedure - they can send unlock code for 15 GPB (around $24), but they provide this service to current TMO UK customers only and send the code by regular mail, so this customer should have street address. So I am stuck too.
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I already flashed 2.1 on the phone. I need to unlock it so i can use it with T-Mobile. I don't have at&t service
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By the way, are you aware that your phone won't work with T-Mobile 3G network? This why I got mine from Europe.
Che Kirila said:
By the way, are you aware that your phone won't work with T-Mobile 3G network? This why I got mine from Europe.
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Yeah, I know. I get free service from T-Mo because my wife works for them. I like the x10 better then any of their Android phone so I can deal with EDGE+WiFi.
By the way, I wonder if this has anything to do with the recent trouble unlocking...
http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE68Q4SF20100927
TEKWRX said:
Yeah, I know. I get free service from T-Mo because my wife works for them. I like the x10 better then any of their Android phone so I can deal with EDGE+WiFi.
By the way, I wonder if this has anything to do with the recent trouble unlocking...
http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE68Q4SF20100927
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I like Ericsson and Sony Ericsson - their flagships usually have almost no errors and work pretty long. In addition, Ericsson is one of the main manufacturers of infrastructure equipment for mobile communications, so they can plan better handset design. And ergonomics - interface and no restriction to use third-party programs. I never had any problems with phone book copy from old handset to new one.
I read this article already and posted link in one of threads of this forum. I was almost sure that all unlocking business works through insiders and this article confirms this. It is pretty possible that this is the end of all unlocking business in form that we knew it. Maybe that pushes forward cracking the lock itself.
I paid 5 bucks on ebay, worked fine
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good thing i bought an unlock code a few months ago when it was on a deal
$1 on mobileincanada
Anyway to unlock the Motorola atrix 4g
Im getting one sent to me (im in canada), but not sure if unlocking will be easy (via codes, etc..)
Ill donate 10$ to anyone who figures a solution
( i know galaxy S, and HTC desire HD for example had solutions where you can unlock them by simple hacks, but if someone knows a site that provides the codes, the old fashioned send IMIE number, let me now)
SS2006 said:
Anyway to unlock the Motorola atrix 4g
Im getting one sent to me (im in canada), but not sure if unlocking will be easy (via codes, etc..)
Ill donate 10$ to anyone who figures a solution
( i know galaxy S, and HTC desire HD for example had solutions where you can unlock them by simple hacks, but if someone knows a site that provides the codes, the old fashioned send IMIE number, let me now)
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You can unlock it with a simple unlocck code just like any other device. OK now where's mah moneys?
Sent from my HTC Desire using XDA App
Simple unlock code from where....
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App
Call the carrier an tell them your going on a nice trip to Mogadishu.
SS2006... how are you getting it sent to you? I'm in Toronto and been considering a day trip to Buffalo (ug) to pick one up.
Online there's Motorola IMEI unlock providers... and apparently programs that will calc the unlock code, though I don't know if they will work for the Atrix
i'm trying to keep one thread updated about this.
please see http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=960771 and if you are willing use that thread for updates
franciscojavierleon said:
i'm trying to keep one thread updated about this.
please see http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=960771 and if you are willing use that thread for updates
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That thread only discusses how to get an unlock code from a third party/website charging and outrageous amount of money for something that should be free.
Personally I'd like to see the Dev's take on the unlocking rather than depending on a third party that I'd have to pay and get the rooting/unlocking procedure from them.
A|G said:
...This people have it for the lowest price since it a new device and they dont have set priced for it yet but will soon.
..Just follow te link and chose unlock by carrier then unlock motorola locked to at&t
.here the link; http://www.cellunlock.net/?Click=52465
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Ad. Delete."?Click=52465".
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SS2006... how are you getting it sent to you? I'm in Toronto and been considering a day trip to Buffalo (ug) to pick one up.
Online there's Motorola IMEI unlock providers... and apparently programs that will calc the unlock code, though I don't know if they will work for the Atrix
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Bestbuy.com with a virtual usa address
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Bestbuy.com with a virtual usa address
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What service do you use? I've looked into these, but they charge an outrageous amount for shipping
I recieved a unlock code from AT&T. I will try it with a Vodafone CZ and DE sim card later today and update with results.
If it works, I'll post a how to... to get one. Very quick and easy
leadguy68 said:
I recieved a unlock code from AT&T. I will try it with a Vodafone CZ and DE sim card later today and update with results.
If it works, I'll post a how to... to get one. Very quick and easy
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Congratulations Man! I called ATT twice yesterday to get the unlock code but they gave me their usual exclusive phone policy BS.
Immix said:
Congratulations Man! I called ATT twice yesterday to get the unlock code but they gave me their usual exclusive phone policy BS.
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Yeah not surprised.... Im not 100% certain the code I got is valid. But if it is, I will have a how-to up in a hour or two.
A|G said:
...Got the unlock codes for my atrix 4g for 15 and only waited minutes!!
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Can someone please ban his guy for spamming?
Look at all his recent posts. he is obviously advertising on this forums.
clubtech said:
Can someone please ban his guy for spamming?
Look at all his recent posts. he is obviously advertising on this forums.
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We need to kick that boy out of this space. S**t!
leadguy68 said:
I recieved a unlock code from AT&T. I will try it with a Vodafone CZ and DE sim card later today and update with results.
If it works, I'll post a how to... to get one. Very quick and easy
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Are you kidding me. They gave me their exclusive BS every time. Then I put throw the BS to their faces.
leadguy68 said:
I recieved a unlock code from AT&T. I will try it with a Vodafone CZ and DE sim card later today and update with results.
If it works, I'll post a how to... to get one. Very quick and easy
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I called ATT and told them I travel a lot and need the phone unlocked. They told me I can get an Unlock code from them on August 22. The representative said he would give me right away, but when he typed my IMEI on the system that gives the unlock codes, a message showed that I could only get it by August 22.
At least thats something.
just called at&t to unlock for traveling over seas they said not until december.
That is true the only way you might be able to get one if you bought the device with out a discount meaning you paid full price.
By law they are forced to provide an unlock code for the phone
wahida76 said:
That is true the only way you might be able to get one if you bought the device with out a discount meaning you paid full price.
By law they are forced to provide an unlock code for the phone
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I did buy the phone for 499 bucks from att. I'm traveling to india next week. Does that mean I can request an unlock code for free?
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Hello everyone, so its finally the launch day for the SGS2! Rejoice!
I picked mine up this morning from Tbooth for 599.99 no contract. I plan on using the phone on telus though, so I need a sim-unlock.
I know there is a root sim unlock app, but does this work on the Bell version of the phone? What about paid unlock codes? Will http://cgi.ebay.ca/UNLOCK-CODE-UK-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S2-GALAXY-PRO-B7510-/260812982312?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item3cb9aa4828#ht_4291wt_1139 work for bell???
I guess I should just try the unlock app... a little hesitant. I realize there might already be an answer for this, but I am just looking for some help. Thank you.
Diito. I bought my Bell SGS2 outright this morning as well. Damn sweet phone. I'm looking to unlock and run on Telus as well.
What I thought they don't allow you to buy it off contract anymore...weird, I am from Toronto.
Anyways for unlocking I would recommend cellunlocker.net (I have used it a few times and it worked, fast and good pricing).
miniflight said:
What I thought they don't allow you to buy it off contract anymore...weird, I am from Toronto.
Anyways for unlocking I would recommend cellunlocker.net (I have used it a few times and it worked, fast and good pricing).
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I just bought mine this morning non-contract and intend to use it on Telus as well. They just make you go month to month and pay for 1 month of service and you can cancel in 30 days essentially with no penalties.
I've been looking for a Bell root flash as well...bell has a ton of crap pre-installed that I definately don't dig.
Before all this unlock code ish
try the nv_data.bin thing!
Let me know how it goes
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1064978
or simpler (an app)
http://www.inspiredgeek.com/2011/05/25/how-to-sim-unlock-your-samsung-galaxy-s2-sii/
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I just bought mine this morning non-contract and intend to use it on Telus as well. They just make you go month to month and pay for 1 month of service and you can cancel in 30 days essentially with no penalties.
I've been looking for a Bell root flash as well...bell has a ton of crap pre-installed that I definately don't dig.
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Also you need to pay the activiation cost as well right?
That is not really worth it if you lived in Toronto/GTA, Ontario. I got one at Pacific Mall for 650, unbranded and unlocked UK version.
Orz!
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Also you need to pay the activiation cost as well right?
That is not really worth it if you lived in Toronto/GTA, Ontario. I got one at Pacific Mall for 650, unbranded and unlocked UK version.
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I live in Calgary xD.
Phone was $625 after tax plus the $50 for the rate plan and $35 activation plus tax so not a huge difference. I'm also wondering if anyone knows the number of digits the unlock code for the GS2 should be.....I received a code from cellunlocker.net and due to poor instructions and myself being uncontrollably impatient to use the phone on telus put in only part of the code..or so i beleive.
They sent the code in this format NETWORK:=48684XXX;PROVIDER:=69599XXX;SUBNET:=85256XXX;DEFREEZE:=05193XXX.
I've used 2 attempts and REALLY want to know its right before i enter it again. I feel like a serious noob after this lol
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I live in Calgary xD.
Phone was $625 after tax plus the $50 for the rate plan and $35 activation plus tax so not a huge difference. I'm also wondering if anyone knows the number of digits the unlock code for the GS2 should be.....I received a code from cellunlocker.net and due to poor instructions and myself being uncontrollably impatient to use the phone on telus put in only part of the code..or so i beleive.
They sent the code in this format NETWORK:=48684XXX;PROVIDER:=69599XXX;SUBNET:=85256XXX;DEFREEZE:=05193XXX.
I've used 2 attempts and REALLY want to know its right before i enter it again. I feel like a serious noob after this lol
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Umm interesting, I only get one code from the many time I used.
Anyways if you have tried the network and provider one, then the codes are unlikely to be working.
What I will do is, either email them or call them and ask which one to use. If they say use the one that you already tried and didn't work, you should make a video of the process of you inputing the codes and if it didn't work and, just email them that video to get your money back.
But you gota be extra careful now, you only have one attempt before it freezes lol.
Now I wouldn't risk it if they told you the one to use and you already tried it which failed.
You should try to use the things that SS2006 suggested.
cellunlocker.net probably won't refund you the money if you do not have a video, but I can send you the cost since I recommended and it failed. It should be something like $8 right? lol
Good luck.
Edit: okay guys I found this thread and it confirmed to be working:
http://www.howardforums.com/showthr...ree-unlocking-solution-reportedly-not-working
Now you should start reading and learn stuff before you actually start flashing and doing things.
But you should note it will void your warranty if you start flashing and rooting, so you might want to think about that as well.
There is unlock available. under other thread. I unlocked usin theunlock.ca code. i didnt know about root/unlock when i paid for it. But it works.
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real1st said:
There is unlock available. under other thread. I unlocked usin theunlock.ca code. i didnt know about root/unlock when i paid for it. But it works.
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I'm waiting on theunlock.ca to send me my codes too. Hopefully soon!
So did that software unlock or the sim unlock app work for anyone?
Or should I just use theunlock.ca ?
Same as you guys, I'll be picking mine up today and unlocking to use with Telus.
OverDrive33 said:
So did that software unlock or the sim unlock app work for anyone?
Or should I just use theunlock.ca ?
Same as you guys, I'll be picking mine up today and unlocking to use with Telus.
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My only concern with rooting and unlocking it via the methods available here on XDA is that it seems to be a hit or miss with what kind of glitches you may end up with.
I'm hoping theunlock.ca will preserve all the original device settings, firmware, etc. and just allows me to use it on my Rogers account.
Rooting with XX OXA kernel worked.
Then I used this to use it on Telus.
Free of bleepin' charge.
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Rooting with XX OXA kernel worked.
Then I used this to use it on Telus.
Free of bleepin' charge.
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BELL, rooted and unlock with ZS firmware.. up and running with TELUS..
I just subscribed to this web site to thank you A LOT! It works perfectly!!
theunlock.ca worked for me!
Did it with Helroz galaxy s unlock and it worked for me!!
I simply root the bell galaxy s2 by following:
w**.inspiredgeek.com/2011/04/29/breaking-samsung-galaxy-sii-s2-is-now-rooted-using-xwkdd-insecure-kernel-with-superoneclick
Then I have install the galaxy s unlock + busy tool
gone trough the 1-2-3 steps form the galaxy s unlcok tool
Then boot the phone with my Telus sim card, wait a few minutes to get hooked to the network and Voila!!
Note: once you flash the kernel with odin, you'll get a yellow triangle at the boot screen, I have simple flash back with the original kernel with odin after root grants to get rid of it, the original I use is I9100XWKDD_StockKernel.tar, too big to get attached
I have a bell S2 when i put a rogers sim i dont get a prompt to enter to the network control key. Im running 2.3.5
That means its already unlocked
I have a galaxy note from USA, but I CANNOT use it in HK, as HK no AT&T.
CAN I JUST INSTALL THE CUSTOM MAKE ROM FROM THE FORUM TO GET THE SIM UNLOCK?
I had to pay at cellunlockers.net to get mine unlocked.
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CAN I JUST INSTALL THE CUSTOM MAKE ROM FROM THE FORUM TO GET THE SIM UNLOCK?
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No you can't. You will have to pay a company like CreekDirt mentioned. You should have picked up the unlocked international version.
You may also want to go talk to ATT about it. Explain that you will be travelling to a region of the world where ATT has no service and that you intend to get a SIM card locally and would like to use your Galaxy Note. ATT can unlock the phone for you, and if you are polite about it sometimes they will do it prior to the 6 month window they generally have for new phones, especially if you are a long time customer.
Att will only unlock it after they lose exclusivity of it which would be when the T-Mobile version comes out.
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Att will only unlock it after they lose exclusivity of it which would be when the T-Mobile version comes out.
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I don't know if their policy changed since 2007 but back then, I e-mailed their customer support for unlock code for my phone because I told them I am currently out of country in Burma, a country they don't have roaming partner so I would like to use the local SIM in my phone and they e-mail me unlock code within 24 hours with the unlock code.
Yeah they used to do that. Lately they claim they can't provide codes if they are the exclusive carrier. They denied me an unlock code on the Note and Samsung Focus Flash saying they won't provide them until a certain date.
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You may also want to go talk to ATT about it. Explain that you will be travelling to a region of the world where ATT has no service and that you intend to get a SIM card locally and would like to use your Galaxy Note. ATT can unlock the phone for you, and if you are polite about it sometimes they will do it prior to the 6 month window they generally have for new phones, especially if you are a long time customer.
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I explained to them that I do work abroad and they still refused me. They said it would be six months from March until they would do it.
So I paid $35. Works great!
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CreekDirt said:
I explained to them that I do work abroad and they still refused me. They said it would be six months from March until they would do it.
So I paid $35. Works great!
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To whom if i may ask? I've never done it (buying sim-unlock from online unlockers), and i'm curious how long it took them to do it ...
Take care
bormasina said:
To whom if i may ask? I've never done it (buying sim-unlock from online unlockers), and i'm curious how long it took them to do it ...
Take care
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bormasina, It is usually all laid out for you on the unlockers website,you just fill out the form with your imei,carrier etc... then they email you the unlock code.Sometimes it is almost instantly emailed but if not,it do sent take long.That info is also usually on the unlockers website too.
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I had to pay at cellunlockers.net to get mine unlocked.
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To whom if i may ask? I've never done it (buying sim-unlock from online unlockers), and i'm curious how long it took them to do it ...
Take care
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It took about two hours. They were running a special that if you posted a youtube video of you unlocking your phone with their service it was free.
Thanks
Thanks on your answers ...
I'm kind off hesitant ... or maybe paranoid about having sent my imei number to somebody ...
I guess i have no other choice, since AT&T is not cooperating, even after several attempts ...
Thanks again ...
bormasina said:
Thanks on your answers ...
I'm kind off hesitant ... or maybe paranoid about having sent my imei number to somebody ...
I guess i have no other choice, since AT&T is not cooperating, even after several attempts ...
Thanks again ...
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Tthere are several very reputable unlocker companies around.Look for threads on this subject here on XDA.They would not jeporadize their profession by messing with peoples imei's.Just look around you will find.
bormasina said:
To whom if i may ask? I've never done it (buying sim-unlock from online unlockers), and i'm curious how long it took them to do it ...
Take care
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It took about 10 minutes for my code to come
They were willing to do it with me, I was told that Samsung has asked them not to release unlock until August 19th. At that time they will happily provide the unlocks. I've been with AT&T for 10+ years, they have never hesitated to give me an unlock code except for an iPhone. I admit, its the first time they've delayed, but I have no reason to doubt their explanation. Honestly, the CSR (all 3, I tried several times) all seemed surprised that they didn't have access to do it.
So, in short, if you need it now, pay. Otherwise, be patient. Either we'll figure out how to unlock it, or AT&T can do it when they get the codes.
The unlock code will typically require stock Rom ...
My code kept failing.. I called supplier, they insisted I needed a stock Rom.
Reverted to stock and paid for code worked. Phone now remains unlocked regardless of Rom i install.
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knoxster said:
The unlock code will typically require stock Rom ...
My code kept failing.. I called supplier, they insisted I needed a stock Rom.
Reverted to stock and paid for code worked. Phone now remains unlocked regardless of Rom i install.
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>curious ? which ROM were you using that "required you to UNLOCK the phone"? as most NON STOCK ROM = UNLOCK(ed).....AFAIK> if you installed new ROM - that would GENERALY require "root" access .... and thus by installing non=std ROM = will itself UNLOCK it.....
>> there is some 'minor differance' eg ATT - TMobile .... but then its 'GSM frequency rate' and you can go from one to another (provided you have right SIM card....
keen to know
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Freely admit others may be smarter than me.
But I rooted but did not unlock this phone.
Installed several ROMs none of which spontaneously unlocked the phone from the carrier unlock.
Attempts to install different carrier SIM didn't work until I reverted to stock ROM and executed a carrier unlock with code. Even installing an AT&T ROM, the phone still only worked with Telus SIM. I didn't care if the phone was officially 'unlocked' -- I just needed to be able to use an AT&T SIM in it. Installing an AT&T stock ROM didn't accomplish that, nor did any of the many choices available here in the DEV forum.
Advice I got right here in XDA was such that I had to unlock first... before installing other ROMs. Perhaps, I was misled?
On a Galaxy Infuse 4G, I was able to root the phone and find the unlock code inside a file located on the phone. Then unlock before new ROM install.
Wasn't able to do that successfully on the note.
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Oddly enough, I haven't purchased an unlock code, yet my device recognizes my T-Mobile sim. I've only rooted and installed custom roms + radios. Maybe I'm lucky.
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When I bought my SII at&t released a batch of factory unlocked phones. I don't think they knew.
HI, I just wanting to throw something out there...I was looking at some different sites about unlocking the galaxy note...and I was also checking the reviews for the sites too(can never be too careful).. and I ended up picking cellunlock.net and going with that one...the unlock was 39.99 but after using the promo code I searched in google (android50) it brought it to 19.99..well while I was waitng on the unlock email I stuck my sim card from tmobile usa in there and come to find out it was already unlocked...well I still got a unlock code in my email about 12 hours later but never tried it cuz there was no reason too...well since then I got a new note ( a white one).. and it was not already unlocked...believe I checked haha...but I checked reviews again and there were several saying that the never got a code..and several saying that the codes they sent were fake...but I really needed the note unlocked and at&T wasn't helping..so I went for it anyway...I got the unlock code in my email about 28 hours later and I tried it and it luckily worked!...now that was about 4 hours out of the time frame that they gave me...but it worked...so I just thought Idf let people know my experience...but try at your own risk! :laugh:
at&t has been giving out the unlock codes for free.
I dunno if the sale is still on, but I got my code from unlockthatphone.com for about $14.
I talked to AT&T international care on the website and they gave me the unlock code in 2 minutes without a problem
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at&t has been giving out the unlock codes for free.
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yeah that's where I almost always get them from...but this one they wouldn't give me...something about people abusing the right to get the codes or something like that..but hey..what the heck..i don't mind paying 20 for an unlock code
I called 611 from my cell today and asked for the unlock code and they gave it to no questions asked... well other than my imei and if I had any other questions.
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You weren't kidding. Called and said I wanted to use the phone overseas and gave them the imei number and a minute later she had the unlock code for me. Nice!!
Same for me - I got the unlock code straightaway on a web chat with AT&T. The site says something about a limit on the number of unlocks one can obtain on an account, I think it was something like 5 per year.
I don't see why they would give you a hard time unless you're unlocking a bunch of phones on your account.
Same for me, I used the AT&T International Support web chat and they gave me the code right away. Too bad you need a non-AT&T SIM to actually use it.
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Same for me, I used the AT&T International Support web chat and they gave me the code right away. Too bad you need a non-AT&T SIM to actually use it.
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That is the point of unlocking a phone -- to use another carrier's sim card. Otherwise, why unlock?
rangercaptain said:
That is the point of unlocking a phone -- to use another carrier's sim card. Otherwise, why unlock?
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For me? Higher resale value. All other phones I've unlocked didn't require a SIM at all to do this.
johnus said:
For me? Higher resale value. All other phones I've unlocked didn't require a SIM at all to do this.
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Ohh. Good answer. I've never sold my old phones (23 and counting. . .)