OK so here's the problem.
I have a AT&T Aria A6366 Intruder, It was updated to the 2.2 OS when it came out. I have since unrooted it and now have a custom OS on it. I have decided to switch carriers so I need to unlock it.
I went to E-bay and paid for a unlock code. Went to input the code and says it's invalid. So I purchased the code again from a different company and the same code was given to me.
I have tried to do a Factory Reset and different OS versions. Still no dice.
I have been told by one of the people that I purchased the code from that I may need to have it unlocked though a cable. The problem that I have is that I can't seem to find any info about how to do this for this phone anywhere. When I searched the forum I found info for other phones but not the Aria.
Does anyone have any ideas that I can try to get this unlocked.
I have 5 attempts left to unlock it.
Thanks in advanced for the help.
I know it's not fun dealing with AT&T customer service, but they SHOULD give you the unlock code for free as long as you meet the requirements listed here: https://www.att.com/esupport/article.jsp?sid=55002&cv=820. My suggestion is to try going this route to see if they give you the same unlock code. If they give you the same one, then you should worry about trying other methods. If the representative insists on asking WHY you want to unlock the phone (even though you shouldn't be required to tell them), you can just say you're planning a trip overseas or something.
Another thought is that maybe your phone needs to be on stock firmware for an unlock to be successful (or at least, a ROM that is based on stock firmware). I'm not sure if this is true since I've never unlocked my own Aria. If I were you I'd probably make a backup, then install Liberated 2.2.2, and see if you can unlock when in that ROM. I wouldn't try more than once though because you don't want to waste your unlock attempts.
The other way to unlock the phone is to use a separate device that connects to the phone via USB port and puts it into a sort of service mode. The device is called an "XTC Clip". You might able to find a local shop that has one of these and can do the unlock for you. Otherwise you'd have to purchase one for yourself.
I had original OS the first 3 attempts.
drumist said:
Another thought is that maybe your phone needs to be on stock firmware for an unlock to be successful (or at least, a ROM that is based on stock firmware). I'm not sure if this is true since I've never unlocked my own Aria.
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Just so you know, your device does not need to be on a stock rom. As long as the rom you are using is for your device (of course), and your networking is working correctly, then it should work.
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chrisk1152 said:
I had original OS the first 3 attempts.
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This question may seem foolish but, are you using a valid (still working) SIM card of a different company when trying to enter the unlock code?
No I am not, I was using an old T-Mobile one. The code sellers said it would work fine.
chrisk1152 said:
No I am not, I was using an old T-Mobile one. The code sellers said it would work fine.
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It wouldn't hurt to try one which is active...
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Guys .. I have an LG Optimus T P509
I did install the stable version of CyanogenMod 7 from the topic
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=946354
However, I bought the unlock pin number but whenever I put a different sim card other than Tmobile for example ATT, the phone wouldn't ask for unlock code and ends with no signal at all. Even when I search for networks can't find anything.
I was thinking may be I need to flash it back to the original stock rom. And if so where can I find it?
Any help
Thanks
I haven't unlocked my phone yet, but it sounds like you need to apply the sim unlock pin. The phone is not going to automatically prompt you to do so, you have to do it manually. just open up the phone app and dial
2945#*500#
replacing 500 with whatever the model number of your phone is. For me, it's 509. Also, I may be wrong but I'm pretty sure you need to flash back to the stock firmware in order to do this.
Yeah you're right ... I was able to do the unlock once I flashed the stock firmware, I got my unlock code from eBay, pretty cheap cost me only $5 and then after unlocking it, I flashed the CM7 and it's working absolutely with no probs.
Thanks for passing by
So how do those unlock codes work? Is there one that works for all phones, or are they unique from phone to phone?
I believe unlock codes are unique to each phone's serial number. Some phones, like my HTC Desire Z (a.k.a. T-mobile G2) can be unlocked by other means, a software script or the like. I don't know if this can be done for the Optimus T.
DevilMosin said:
Yeah you're right ... I was able to do the unlock once I flashed the stock firmware, I got my unlock code from eBay, pretty cheap cost me only $5 and then after unlocking it, I flashed the CM7 and it's working absolutely with no probs.
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I have the same issue, how did you flash back to stock firmware? Where did you get it from and what are the steps..
stock firmware
this goes without saying but you *really* should have made a backup of your stock ROM before flashing anything. That is where i got mine. However, if you need the stock firmware, you should be able to revert to stock using KDZ. I have not had great success with KDZ though (bricked two phones, successfully restored the WRONG firmware to the third phone, but was able to flash the original backup I made over the V10E firmware)
Just a thought, but I probably need to sim unlock my phone again since I had to flash KDZ
Hi Guys,
I am a bit of a noob with Android flashing and kind of got really confused after reading a few of the guides...so I am looking for some direction....
I bought a Bell Atrix today and they guy said it was unlocked. I entered my sim and it gave me the SIM network unlock PIN prompt. So in the end the guy sold it to me for $20 less to cover me for the unlock code.
At the SIM network unlock PIN prompt if I press dismiss I get to the Emergency Call only screen. So I read the form and by passed it with the Andoid Boot (No BP) method....that is when it got interesting.
When I go to the systems settings now I get the following:
System Version
Version.4.1.42.MB860.Telstra.en.AU
Android Version
2.2.2
Baseband
Unknown
Webtop Version
OSHWT_U1_6.48.0
Kernel
2.6.32.9
Build Number
OLYEM_U4_1.4.2
I went and ordered an unlock code from CellUnlockingCodes.com. I put my order as a Bell Phone.
My question is:
1. Seems like it is flashed with another firmware...will a Bell Unlock Code work on this?
2. Can I flash to another firmware? Should I be flashing AT&T firmware from this forum? or international?
I want to use it with Fido.
Any direction is highly appreciated.
ok just got the unlock code and it worked!!! yey!! but its showing that I am on Rogers and not Fido....anyone know why?
Can someone please also answer my #2 question? Thanks!
war1000 said:
ok just got the unlock code and it worked!!! yey!! but its showing that I am on Rogers and not Fido....anyone know why?
Can someone please also answer my #2 question? Thanks!
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First of all, I need you to clear my confusion.
You said originally this phone is a Bell Atrix, you purchased off Craigslist. You have a Fido SIM. As per your first post, it says, "System Version
Version.4.1.42.MB860.Telstra.en.AU", which means, this phone is not Bell Atrix. If you go to your app drawer, do you see stuff offered by Bell?
Ok, moving on to my next question, did you say you have got an unlock code already? Have you been able to make phone calls after inserting your Fido SIM card?
Alright, coming to point, when you asked for UNLOCK Help in your first post, you should know this, SIM Unlock and Bootloader Unlock are two different things. What you did, is SIM Unlock where you unlock your phone so that you can use any other GSM SIM Card. What you will need to do next, is Unlock the Bootloader so that you gain the capability to be able to get rid of whichsoever operating system is on your phone, either Bell or Telstra, or some alien version, and flash something else, which is far better than version 2.2.2 and you gain the option to be able to customize your phone the way you want.
For that, you need to go here, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1136261.
I will strongly recommend, that you do a lots of and lots of and lots of reading before you start with anything, as you yourself mentioned you are a noob, you wouldn't want to hard brick your phone.
Go to Atrix General Section, Q&A Section and Development Section, read as much as you can, try and understand the processes. Until you don't get it, please do not try flashing/unlocking bootloader.
Now, to your other question, why do you see Rogers instead of Fido, may be it is because of the fact that this is not a Bell Phone, and Radio is registering the Actual Cellular Provider vs. The Sub Provider which in your case is Fido. The only thing I can think of is that once you flash something else than the default ROM on your Atrix, you should be able to have the correct information show up on your phone.
Hope this helps. Never be afraid of asking questions, but, please do your research first.
Cheers!!!
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First of all, I need you to clear my confusion.
You said originally this phone is a Bell Atrix, you purchased off Craigslist. You have a Fido SIM. As per your first post, it says, "System Version
Version.4.1.42.MB860.Telstra.en.AU", which means, this phone is not Bell Atrix. If you go to your app drawer, do you see stuff offered by Bell?
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No there is nothing related to Bell in the app drawer. However, the reason I am saying its a Bell phone is because:
1. The guy who sold it to me said it was a Bell phone he got on contracts. He also said he used TitanimBackup to root/update the software (this didn't make any sense).
2. I ordered an unlock code and selected Bell as the carrier and the code I got worked to unlock it.
But not sure if that is sufficient proof.
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Ok, moving on to my next question, did you say you have got an unlock code already? Have you been able to make phone calls after inserting your Fido SIM card?
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Yes, I can make and receive calls. As well text and internet with Fido APN works so far.
creativedevil said:
Alright, coming to point, when you asked for UNLOCK Help in your first post, you should know this, SIM Unlock and Bootloader Unlock are two different things. What you did, is SIM Unlock where you unlock your phone so that you can use any other GSM SIM Card. What you will need to do next, is Unlock the Bootloader so that you gain the capability to be able to get rid of whichsoever operating system is on your phone, either Bell or Telstra, or some alien version, and flash something else, which is far better than version 2.2.2 and you gain the option to be able to customize your phone the way you want.
For that, you need to go here, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1136261.
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Yes I am trying to unlock the boot loader now. Thank you for that link...I read through it, but I was finding it a bit challenging to follow as it talks about AT&T. I thought the AT&T radio and Bell rom will brick the phone. But I will read more and try to figure it out...I might have more questions ...
I also tried the SuperOneClick on this forum but that didn't unlock the boot loader for me.
I will strongly recommend, that you do a lots of and lots of and lots of reading before you start with anything, as you yourself mentioned you are a noob, you wouldn't want to hard brick your phone.
creativedevil said:
Go to Atrix General Section, Q&A Section and Development Section, read as much as you can, try and understand the processes. Until you don't get it, please do not try flashing/unlocking bootloader.
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Trying....honestly I wish I could pay someone to do it at this point...
creativedevil said:
Now, to your other question, why do you see Rogers instead of Fido, may be it is because of the fact that this is not a Bell Phone, and Radio is registering the Actual Cellular Provider vs. The Sub Provider which in your case is Fido. The only thing I can think of is that once you flash something else than the default ROM on your Atrix, you should be able to have the correct information show up on your phone.
Hope this helps. Never be afraid of asking questions, but, please do your research first.
Cheers!!!
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I have no clue...this is bizzar...because I do a manual carrier search and select Fido, it still says Rogers.
ok I was able to unlock the bootloader...now to the rooting...
i understand the fast boot part...but where can i find the adb shell...is that the android sdk?
yey!! just rooted the phone!!
now on to installing the roms
so far i am unlocked the carrier sim
unlocked bootloader
rooted the phone
left ginger bread update
Congratulations.............
So i got an HTC 10 2PS62000 on Ebay and it has the 2.42.657.66 version on it. It seems to be a phone shipped for America and for Sprint.
I'm from Germany and everything works except mobile data. It was suppose to come unlocked but seems to have a locked softwareversion. The version i need is 2.41.617.3.
Whenever i run the RUU it says Error and that it's not suitable for my Phone even tho i got S-Off.
Any suggestions?
What's a bit worrying, is that if it's software locked, it could be ESN locked (occurs a lot in Ebay purchased phones) which means changing the os could result in that being corrupted meaning only the original cell provider can unlock it and you won't be able to use any other cell provider.
A quick Google search brought me to this thread which states that there are LineageOS builds, meaning that there must be a recovery available for your device meaning (now, with my knowledge of RUU and 1 minute of Googling) RUU is not necessary (?).
Anyways, those are just my 2 cents, good luck!
ramiabouzahra said:
What's a bit worrying, is that if it's software locked, it could be ESN locked (occurs a lot in Ebay purchased phones) which means changing the os could result in that being corrupted meaning only the original cell provider can unlock it and you won't be able to use any other cell provider.
A quick Google search brought me to this thread which states that there are LineageOS builds, meaning that there must be a recovery available for your device meaning (now, with my knowledge of RUU and 1 minute of Googling) RUU is not necessary (?).
Anyways, those are just my 2 cents, good luck!
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So what would you suggest i do?
BlackStripeOnPhone said:
So what would you suggest i do?
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I suggest you try to flash twrp and then make a backup and then do a full wipe and flash lineageos to see if your issue still persists. If it doesn't, that's good. If it does, restore from the backup and take it down to a shop or something.
Good luck!
ramiabouzahra said:
I suggest you try to flash twrp and then make a backup and then do a full wipe and flash lineageos to see if your issue still persists. If it doesn't, that's good. If it does, restore from the backup and take it down to a shop or something.
Good luck!
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Is there any guide to do this, i am really new to this stuff..
hello does anybody know a working method to how to find and download and flash a Stock Rom on my Nokia 7.2 all Tutorials i try so far but did not work well i stuck as well in security patch problem it will not install thats why i want try to find a Stock Rom to flash again with working update
It's pretty easy. Use the NFT tool to flash any full update package and/or flash a full firmware package (HMDSW type).
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It's pretty easy. Use the NFT tool to flash any full update package and/or flash a full firmware package (HMDSW type).
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Sorry for the necro, and not asking if phone can be rooted as wow, am not surprised how many asked already lol.
I purchased four unlocked Nokia 7.2 which forced updated to 10 upon bootup. I'm trying to deal with two issues, one of which I believe is either the Google phone dialer stopping all other phone dialer recording programs from working with a message "call to short to record". Phone has an oem unlock feature in developer section and I see the bootloader is locked, and all research says OS 10 stops this from getting unlocked. After seeing absolutely zero posts on YouTube about downgrading a Nokia 7.2 to OS 9, and so many scam sites, I figure best option is to ask here.
Can a Nokia 7.2 be flashed down to OS 9 where bootloader can then be unlocked, or are all the posts I'm seeing, just wishful thinking fakes? Thanks.
Lord-Xanthor said:
Sorry for the necro, and not asking if phone can be rooted as wow, am not surprised how many asked already lol.
I purchased four unlocked Nokia 7.2 which forced updated to 10 upon bootup. I'm trying to deal with two issues, one of which I believe is either the Google phone dialer stopping all other phone dialer recording programs from working with a message "call to short to record". Phone has an oem unlock feature in developer section and I see the bootloader is locked, and all research says OS 10 stops this from getting unlocked. After seeing absolutely zero posts on YouTube about downgrading a Nokia 7.2 to OS 9, and so many scam sites, I figure best option is to ask here.
Can a Nokia 7.2 be flashed down to OS 9 where bootloader can then be unlocked, or are all the posts I'm seeing, just wishful thinking fakes? Thanks.
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Hi, essentially the only way to downgrade a locked device is via a Nokia Care point or otherwise tools which can replicate what the Nokia Care tools do. All of these will have a price and unfortunately, no free way exists. You can opt for some remote services.
The tutorials on random websites will help in no way because a locked bootloader will not let you flash any device partitions, thereby disallowing downgrades as well. You cannot load an older OTA package from recovery mode because its date will mismatch.
singhnsk said:
Hi, essentially the only way to downgrade a locked device is via a Nokia Care point or otherwise tools which can replicate what the Nokia Care tools do. All of these will have a price and unfortunately, no free way exists. You can opt for some remote services.
The tutorials on random websites will help in no way because a locked bootloader will not let you flash any device partitions, thereby disallowing downgrades as well. You cannot load an older OTA package from recovery mode because its date will mismatch.ii
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I don't mind paying.
singhnsk said:
Hi, essentially the only way to downgrade a locked device is via a Nokia Care point or otherwise tools which can replicate what the Nokia Care tools do. All of these will have a price and unfortunately, no free way exists. You can opt for some remote services.
The tutorials on random websites will help in no way because a locked bootloader will not let you flash any device partitions, thereby disallowing downgrades as well. You cannot load an older OTA package from recovery mode because its date will mismatch.
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I have no trouble paying to get this done. It's finding the place to do it that's in the way. I called metro and tmobile and both said they don't offer this service. Least the ones in California I called. One site offered at $4.50 rollback and $8 to root and I am more wary of that then the free ones lol. Any suggestions to real places? Thanks for getting back.
Lord-Xanthor said:
I don't mind paying.
I have no trouble paying to get this done. It's finding the place to do it that's in the way. I called metro and tmobile and both said they don't offer this service. Least the ones in California I called. One site offered at $4.50 rollback and $8 to root and I am more wary of that then the free ones lol. Any suggestions to real places? Thanks for getting back.
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I will edit this after, if this works so others can try as well. It's not free and is costing me $150 to do. Will update in a few weeks.
Hi,
First some intel:
I got my Duo device in a raffle and it happened to come from AT&T. It is locked to the AT&T network and unlocking had to be done via the helpdesk and couldn't be done for their website. The IMEI number isn't recognized. So, be aware that you really need to direct the helpdesk what to do in order to get it unlocked; they will tell you it's not an AT&T device.
So, finally, I got it unlocked. Yet....now there's AT&T bloatware on the device. So, what I want to do is put the original MS image back on the device. I have the following questions:
I need to supply the serial number in order to download the image from the Microsoft site. When I do that, it gives me the AT&T image.
1) if I put the AT&T image on the phone (which is already there, so I don't want to do that), will it root my phone?
2) what about the original MS image? Will it make permanent changes to the bootloader? Will it root my phone? (I don't want my phone rooted - I want a Duo with the original MS software, not with the AT&T nonsense installed).
Finally, where do I get the original image? I emailed Microsoft, but they say "it may damage the software" if I put the non AT&T image on the device. This is obviously a weird answer, but it shows they can't advise me on how to proceed.
Thank you!
Nothing about flashing stock firmware will root your device. That requires an explicit action aimed at rooting. As for flashing the non-att firmware, it should work just fine, if you cant get the phone to accept it. You could try using a serial number from a non-att device. At some point im sure there will be flashable firmware posted up here...it may require unlocking bootloader, then relocking when you have switched. Is OEM-unlocking available on the att model?
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Is OEM-unlocking available on the att model?
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Thank you for your clear reply. I understand things better now.
Yes, the AT&T version looks to have an unlockable bootloader, although I haven't activated it.
anyone try this yet? does it work? would love to lose the att bloat ware. also still looking for an unlocking solution (recieved a replacement from microsoft that att will not unlock, device is paid for etc)
jeremiahscomputerstore said:
anyone try this yet? does it work? would love to lose the att bloat ware. also still looking for an unlocking solution (recieved a replacement from microsoft that att will not unlock, device is paid for etc)
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I too would be interested in any reports. I'm expecting the AT&T version from the Woot.com special last week, but am not an AT&T customer. My planned usage will be to use the Duo on WiFi only. Getting rid of the AT&T bloatware would be ideal. Thanks in advance....
So can someone who has unlocked version download from Microsoft website using his serial number the non att version of image and share with us?
here is the link to get image
Surface Recovery Image Download - Microsoft Support
support.microsoft.com
It would be great if someone can get us a copy to try. I'd also like to see what version comes down for everyone. The latest I can get from the recovery site is 2021.419.71, but an update to 2021.525.63 is available. When I spoke to Microsoft, they said that recovery image won't be available until August at the earliest... So I can't even restore my device if needed.
Veritas06 said:
It would be great if someone can get us a copy to try. I'd also like to see what version comes down for everyone. The latest I can get from the recovery site is 2021.419.71, but an update to 2021.525.63 is available. When I spoke to Microsoft, they said that recovery image won't be available until August at the earliest... So I can't even restore my device if needed.
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I will like to try the Microsoft image on my unlocked AT&T phone. Anyone can help to pull down the image? Do not understand why Microsoft remove eSim from AT&T variant
Hi,
Are you still willing to download stuff and try to flash your AT&T with non AT&T firmware ?
I'd be very much interested in the result and can provide the recovery image from non AT&T version.
Regards.
H again,
So no one who tried this ? If someone did, can he share results please ? That would be super interesting for the whole community I guess.
Regards.
NexusPenguin said:
H再次，
所以没有人尝试过这个？如果有人这样做了，他可以分享结果吗？我想这对整个社区来说都非常有趣。
问候。
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olav said:
Hi,
First some intel:
I got my Duo device in a raffle and it happened to come from AT&T. It is locked to the AT&T network and unlocking had to be done via the helpdesk and couldn't be done for their website. The IMEI number isn't recognized. So, be aware that you really need to direct the helpdesk what to do in order to get it unlocked; they will tell you it's not an AT&T device.
So, finally, I got it unlocked. Yet....now there's AT&T bloatware on the device. So, what I want to do is put the original MS image back on the device. I have the following questions:
I need to supply the serial number in order to download the image from the Microsoft site. When I do that, it gives me the AT&T image.
1) if I put the AT&T image on the phone (which is already there, so I don't want to do that), will it root my phone?
2) what about the original MS image? Will it make permanent changes to the bootloader? Will it root my phone? (I don't want my phone rooted - I want a Duo with the original MS software, not with the AT&T nonsense installed).
Finally, where do I get the original image? I emailed Microsoft, but they say "it may damage the software" if I put the non AT&T image on the device. This is obviously a weird answer, but it shows they can't advise me on how to proceed.
Thank you!
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Used OEM SIM tray for Microsoft Surface Duo TGL-00001
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下载：Surface Duo - 128GB - Android 11 - GEN - 2022.517.57
912262603467