Hey what is best way to find out if my sgs2 is branded?
And if it is who to?
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Look for branding? If you find some, it is. Am I missing something?
Generally the splash and boot animation will be of the carrier if branded.
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No brand on phone or startup. I was thinking you can tell by software?
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If you can't see if it's branded, then it's not branded.
Branding is the operators add on often just a splash screen wallpaper and Internet browser added favs .
None branded does not mean its not an operator supplied phone though most brand then phone in some way .
Product Code = phones origin .
Operator/network supplied phones may have their own firmware changes varying from just a addition to the CSC to much bloatware .
jje
How do i find my phones origin?
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Anyone know how to check? And what are the downsides?
I presume you mean Korean. You know Samsung is a Korean company, right?
Yes it am aware and ignore my spelling it has been a long day,I mean things such as baseband and such are different from what I had.
What's the model number?
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Korean model does have an antenna for tv (that unfortunatly works only in Korea). However it doesn't have radio chip for FM radio. My model was SHW-M250S
Build was something like EE31 and baseband: M250S.EE17.1453.ST (I traded that phone for an european model)
I hope that helps.
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Be odd to get a Korean phone in the UK .
By Korean do you mean made in Korea or Korean language firmware etc .
jje
JJEgan said:
Be odd to get a Korean phone in the UK .
By Korean do you mean made in Korea or Korean language firmware etc .
jje
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Was in Korean by default at setup. It wasnt a retailer like CPW think small shop selling used phones.
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Did you find this one? Lol... just joking
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Did you find this one? Lol... just joking
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No no I bought this one. Couldn't say no at £50.
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I had my s3 supplied by orange UK and thought that it would probably be locked to orange although there was no branding on the box or phone.
Started looking over the net to see how I could check and found that if you enter *# 7465625# and they read off or disabled then your phone is completely unlocked.
Mine is which is a real bonus so well chuffed.
Sorry if this was already known to everyone but was new to me and thought it might be useful for some people.
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This is what I mean
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Got mine direct from O2, presumed it was locked down tight but using the code you provided it shows as fully unlocked.
Bonus!
Thanks for pointing this out
Could be due to the delay just to get the phones out the networks haven't had time to put their code into Android, perhaps when they get all the preorders out future ones will.
Mine is from Affordable mobiles so I know it will not be locked
I was told that I had a version of orange software on here, although no orange apps etc. But phone was really buggy so flashed with the latest release, been really good since the.
Just pleased its not locked also, helps in the event I don't remain happy with it and decide to sell it.
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mines from O2. Its locked :/
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I had my s3 supplied by orange UK and thought that it would probably be locked to orange although there was no branding on the box or phone.
Started looking over the net to see how I could check and found that if you enter *# 7465625# and they read off or disabled then your phone is completely unlocked.
Mine is which is a real bonus so well chuffed.
Sorry if this was already known to everyone but was new to me and thought it might be useful for some people.
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FINALLY i know now yes mine is unlocked too im on 3 Ireland i thought it would have been locked but it's not so good news.
Thanks a lot mate for posting this
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mines from O2. Its locked :/
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Mine is from o2 through CPW and isn't locked at all (had since launch)
Also has anyone noticed the spelling mistake from the picture?it's the same in mine
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am I the only one around here who's getting irritated by their persionalizatiob typo? am I?
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No worries,
I can't sleep either
On O2 bought post-launch and no lock
Mines unlocked and I'm on Orange also, checked last week which I'm pleased about.
Got mine from 3uk on release day but had to get a replacement 3days ago and that come network locked
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Could be due to the delay just to get the phones out the networks haven't had time to put their code into Android, perhaps when they get all the preorders out future ones will.
Mine is from Affordable mobiles so I know it will not be locked
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It certainly looks that way! I got mine on preorder and it came unlocked, whilst other O2 folks who waited till after release got a locked phone.
I asked O2 what benefits there were for preordering with them but they didn't mention it being unlocked! In fact, they didn't mention any benefits!
Vodafone contract handset "box only" means no contract just paid £475 for handset and it's unlocked.
SIII'ed
On orange uk and its locked
Also i can't believe orange have removed the firmware update option with there bloatware
Is T-Mobile batch unlocked? If so, would it work abroad?
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I had my s3 supplied by orange UK and thought that it would probably be locked to orange although there was no branding on the box or phone.
Started looking over the net to see how I could check and found that if you enter *# 7465625# and they read off or disabled then your phone is completely unlocked.
Mine is which is a real bonus so well chuffed.
Sorry if this was already known to everyone but was new to me and thought it might be useful for some people.
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Got my rather wonderful Galaxy S3 on Vodafone contract.
Unfortunately that USSD code doesn't seem to work on mine.
The phone and firmware is unbranded though.
So I'm guessing its open to all networks?
Plus the phone arrived in a Samsung white box, and not a Vodafone one.
Im i the only person where this code doesnt show anything?
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Im i the only person where this code doesnt show anything?
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No, you're not the only person, loads of us have the issue with this and other codes.
i want to buy a xperia S and the seller says that the phone works with vodafone and O2 sims in the Uk...
So if it works with 2 different companies, probably is unlocked? Is that correct, right. Anyone from Uk?
Odp: is my phone simlocked or not?
First, wrong section. Second, ask seller. We aren't selling this phone. Third, name your thread normally...
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O2 and Vodafone are totally different networks, so if it works on both it will be unlocked.
Good afternoon xda members I was wonder if any of you have had this problem with with your Samsung GS3 Unlocked Int'l. I bought one off of Amazon and the phone works fine (popped in my sim can get phone calls and all that). The only problem is I can't get 3g/HSPA+ on the handset. The best that I've gotten is EDGE. I am with Cincinnati Bell Wireless and have already put in the appropriate apn settings into the phone. If there is anyone out there with this similar problem whether you are on Cincinnati Bell or any other GSM carrier feel free to shoot any suggestions.
try different modems
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try different modems
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what do you mean by a different modem? I'm sort of new to this. Thanks
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what do you mean by a different modem? I'm sort of new to this. Thanks
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Go to settings and about phone and tell us your baseband version. Also check your access point settings
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what do you mean by a different modem? I'm sort of new to this. Thanks
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check the first rule of xda
naathaanb96 said:
Go to settings and about phone and tell us your baseband version. Also check your access point settings
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my baseband is I9300XXELLA and the apn settings are in there correctly
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Good afternoon xda members I was wonder if any of you have had this problem with with your Samsung GS3 Unlocked Int'l. I bought one off of Amazon and the phone works fine (popped in my sim can get phone calls and all that). The only problem is I can't get 3g/HSPA+ on the handset. The best that I've gotten is EDGE. I am with Cincinnati Bell Wireless and have already put in the appropriate apn settings into the phone. If there is anyone out there with this similar problem whether you are on Cincinnati Bell or any other GSM carrier feel free to shoot any suggestions.
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isn't xxella a uk rom that what i had a few weeks ago. all my rom start with xx i think
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saremh said:
my baseband is I9300XXELLA and the apn settings are in there correctly
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Try flash a later Rom and baseband
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There is a thread with all I9300 modems. Try that page.
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If you search there is a thread concerning U.S. users of the international, you should get advice there on how to set up best for various networks
You won't get 3g or 4g with GT-i9300 on Cincinnati bell or t-mobile
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The question is I bought a sg3 phone for $400 on a market here in my country. But when I activated it with the same carrier the phone is from. It appears that the phone have been reported stolen and also the phone is unlocked for any gsm carrier. My question is since I will not be able to use it on at&t which is it original carrier will I be able to use it on t mobile network since its diferrent and they use a different network?
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The question is I bought a sg3 phone for $400 on a market here in my country. But when I activated it with the same carrier the phone is from. It appears that the phone have been reported stolen and also the phone is unlocked for any gsm carrier. My question is since I will not be able to use it on at&t which is it original carrier will I be able to use it on t mobile network since its diferrent and they use a different network?
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if it is stolen, give it back...
It looks like it is. But the person sold it to me for $400 and he said it was new and he was the only owner. I just want to know if it will work unlocked on other network provider like t mobile.
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if it is stolen, give it back...
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Although I agree that's totally the right thing to do SOME people need a phone and Some can't just eat $400!!!! He didn't know when he bought it. He should be getting the person he got it from in trouble!!!!!!! Return it if you are not dirt poor or you don't NEED a phone. Do all u can to right this wrong Cuz your involved now.just my tiny opinion
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I don't have the $$ to get another and the person who sold it to me doesnt answer the phone. I just want to know if is there any posibility of using it with another network?
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Any help? Please?
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Well , since you cant afford a new phone then just root it and unlock it .. But the right thing to do is returning it back and report the guys number to the police , good luck.
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Well , since you cant afford a new phone then just root it and unlock it .. But the right thing to do is returning it back and report the guys number to the police , good luck.
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It is allready unlocked. Will I still need to root it? (Also looks like the guy is being tracked down by police since I'm not the first person he fooled.) I'm very angry of this situation since I didnt spent $100 or $200 bucks, I spent $400 that is much money to throw it like in the thrash.
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I can feel the pain , bought a stolen phone before xD Your device ID or IMEI is reported as stolen , so you cant register on that carrier ... Maybe try another carrier ? Atleast thats what worked for me
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I can feel the pain , bought a stolen phone before xD Your device ID or IMEI is reported as stolen , so you cant register on that carrier ... Maybe try another carrier ? Atleast thats what worked for me
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What I know is that the phone is original from At&t and its reported there. So I will be able to use it with T-Mobile instead right? since the phone is unlocked.
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What I know is that the phone is original from At&t and its reported there. So I will be able to use it with T-Mobile instead right? since the phone is unlocked.
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Have a look at this from T-Mobile, AT&T were already doing it, IMIE blocking blocks the phone across all network in that country, you could probably use it abroad normally as its not on a US network but using in the US unlikely
http://www.beijingiphonerepair.com/news/t-mobile-usa-has-started-imei-blocking-stolen-iphones-and-other-devices/
IMIE blocking of stolen phones has been in the UK for a few years now
I'm in the US
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Have a look at this from T-Mobile, AT&T were already doing it, IMIE blocking blocks the phone across all network in that country, you could probably use it abroad normally as its not on a US network but using in the US unlikely
http://www.beijingiphonerepair.com/...ei-blocking-stolen-iphones-and-other-devices/
IMIE blocking of stolen phones has been in the UK for a few years now
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Is this true and its being made in the US?
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And if I change the phone IMEI. The problem will be solved right?
Yes but you get the far bigger problem of illegal imei changing which can get you intr real deep trouble.
Also, imei cannot be changed easily, only transplanted.
Note that most "stolen" devices are not stolen per se (they often come in original boxes) but are insurance claims.
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Idk what should I do.
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Well , just use the phone for apps and buy another cheap nokia phone. By the way talk to paypal or the place where you bought the phone from , explain what happened to u and hopefully theyll give you a refund.
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Should I consider selling it internationally?
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You could do that, but be sure to advertise that the phone wont work in the states, it would be unfair to con a potential buyer.
It would be unfair to sell a stolen phone :/
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