Does it have a simlock or not?
I have the same status but i unlock sim-lock via code from Sony and status i have like you.
so you think its simlockfree?
Mine is simlocked, your seems to be open, insert different operator sim to ensure.
have no other cards here at the moment therefore the thread
Can confirm that factory unlock has "[ ]" and "5" on all fields
so my device is factory unlocked?
I would think so, but of course the only way to be 100% sure is to try with another card
I too have that kind of simlock config. but my bootloader = Unlocked. so no problem right?
Edit : and also, i have changed its sim before on GB. upgrading to ICS wont change it right?
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Does it have a simlock or not?
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It's fully unlocked, it can use any SIM card from any network.
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pjohn23 said:
I too have that kind of simlock config. but my bootloader = Unlocked. so no problem right?
Edit : and also, i have changed its sim before on GB. upgrading to ICS wont change it right?
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U have the best of both worlds, fully open SIMLOCK and an unlocked Bootloader...
U can use any sim card from any network, and u can use any rom with any kernel... (if u use the correct ones of course)
And upgrading to ICS wont change the simlock...
Glad to know maybe different countries causes simlock
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hi all
i got my x10 mini from a friend. he said that when he bought it, it was sim locked. so he unlocked the phone.
if i unlock the bootloader it will restore the original sim lock of the phone?
if yes, there is any free way of sim unlocking x10 mini?
It depends on how he unlocked the phone,
Check this topic
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17384177&postcount=3
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the tutorials say that if the output from S1tool is
"SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE" - the bootloader can be unlocked
"NOT RECOGNIZED SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE" - the bootloader cannot be unlocked
i have "SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE" and i know i can unlock my bootloader
but my question is:
after unlock it, will still restore the original sim lock?
Or for other word:
does the S1tool output refers to the possibility of unlocking the bootloader, or refers to the restore of the original?
i don't know if i can really help cause i not really a expert, but i think what they say with
"SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE" - the bootloader can be unlocked
is if you have the semc simlock it will still be sim unlocked.
not really sure about it.
mine was SEMC SIMLOCK and after the bootloader was unloloked, the sim unlock was still working fine.
rodrigocp said:
i don't know if i can really help cause i not really a expert, but i think what they say with
"SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE" - the bootloader can be unlocked
is if you have the semc simlock it will still be sim unlocked.
not really sure about it.
mine was SEMC SIMLOCK and after the bootloader was unloloked, the sim unlock was still working fine.
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was your phone original unlocked?
yes it was, havent really tought about it.
really dont know if its the same thing
Well, I never used a locked phone, but the linked post says:
if your phone unlocked by setool2 software, use msm7227_setool2.cmd
if your phone unlocked by 3rd-party software other than setool2, do not run anything -
it will disable radio capability of your phone and you will need to unlock phone by setool2 software.
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What I understand from the text is that if he unlocked the phone using anything different from setool2, it will disable the radio, but that it can be restored afterwards by using setool2.
Edit: not sure however why "do not run anything" would be in bold if it could be reverted afterwards
thotypous said:
Well, I never used a locked phone, but the linked post says:
What I understand from the text is that if he unlocked the phone using anything different from setool2, it will disable the radio, but that it can be restored afterwards by using setool2.
Edit: not sure however why "do not run anything" would be in bold if it could be reverted afterwards
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Because the simunlock to restore radio with setool does cost money
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i think my phone was not unlocked by setool because i have the "SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE" output in S1tool
According to the unlocking bootloader guide post (here):
5. If you had
1: the SEMC SIMLOCK CERTFICATE message or if you
2: unlocked your phone using EMMA/IMEI code
3: or if your phone was already unlocked when you bought it (first-hand phone)
4: or if your phone is sim-locked, or if...
THEN
run msm7227_semc.cmd in the directory you unzipped the unlocking files to and press any key to start the unlocking process
So i know i can unlock my bootloader
My question is if i will loose the sim network unlock and the phone will revert to sim locked?
no one knows?
i guess i will try it anyway
how can i unlock x10 mini(build number 2.1.1.c.0.0)bootloader?
plz help...
I don't think we can say that from your firmware version. You'd better have a look at the number on your sticker below the backcover of your phone, telling a date in the format
XXWYY
Where XX is the year and YY the Week, so for example
12W16 would be 2012 week 16
If this date is before 11W29, it's (except mentioned different) safe to unlock your bootloader.
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so if it's after that date and i unlock bootloader then what problem will occur?
it may dead???
mrezat said:
so if it's after that date and i unlock bootloader then what problem will occur?
it may dead???
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I think yep it will be hard briked(as i read in forums) and then you will have to send it in sony erriccson
that is my problem
i ve got 11w30 and i am not sure
but s1 tool tells me semc simlock certificate....does this means sth? (semc simlok certifiate)
( c button does not work in my pc )
so how can i unlock its bootloader?
there is no way to do this?
mrezat said:
so how can i unlock its bootloader?
there is no way to do this?
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As far as I'm aware, the manufacturing date doesn't really matter to 2010 devices, as far as i know that particular issue was only relevant to 2011 devices after a particular manufacturing date.
If you're successful in unlocking your bootloader on the X10-mini solely depends on your simlock-certificate. If you unlock your bootloader, reboot your system and make sure you can still connect to the network, if you can't relock it and hope it will come back to normal. In the last case you're limited to roms that use the stock kernel.
If unlocked with gsm/data still working you can try custom kernels with their respecitve roms
Hope I've helped
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As far as I'm aware, the manufacturing date doesn't really matter to 2010 devices, as far as i know that particular issue was only relevant to 2011 devices after a particular manufacturing date.
If you're successful in unlocking your bootloader on the X10-mini solely depends on your simlock-certificate. If you unlock your bootloader, reboot your system and make sure you can still connect to the network, if you can't relock it and hope it will come back to normal. In the last case you're limited to roms that use the stock kernel.
If unlocked with gsm/data still working you can try custom kernels with their respecitve roms
Hope I've helped
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sorry but what is simlock-certificate?
As far as i am aware it's the certificate that tells your sim it's locked to your provider, if you bought your phone simlock-free, you will have a standard Sony-Ericsson simlock-certificate, if not you will have one from your provider.
The hack used to bypass the bootloader on the x10mini doesn't work with custom certificates,
If you don't have the sony-ericsson (SEMC) simlock-certificate you need to unlock your phone using a emma/imei code from your provider or using an unlock tool like omnius.
If S1tool identifies your simlock-certificate as unknown, you have the chance that unlocking your bootloader will result in the loss of radio-capability (no GSM/3G), and you are stuck with a device that can't function as a phone anymore.
SmG67 said:
As far as i am aware it's the certificate that tells your sim it's locked to your provider, if you bought your phone simlock-free, you will have a standard Sony-Ericsson simlock-certificate, if not you will have one from your provider.
The hack used to bypass the bootloader on the x10mini doesn't work with custom certificates,
If you don't have the sony-ericsson (SEMC) simlock-certificate you need to unlock your phone using a emma/imei code from your provider or using an unlock tool like omnius.
If S1tool identifies your simlock-certificate as unknown, you have the chance that unlocking your bootloader will result in the loss of radio-capability (no GSM/3G), and you are stuck with a device that can't function as a phone anymore.
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TNX for ur guide...
can u give me s1tool link...
Hi everbody!!
I want to unlock my phone. I have a Xperia Neo with Vodafone. When I type '*#*#7378423#*#*' in the dialer it shows 'Bootloader unlock allowed = No'.
I was reading about unlocking this phone and I'm not sure id there is a way to do it. I suppose it cannot be unlocked via the official way but I'm not sure about other ways.
Any help?
simongaiteiro said:
Hi everbody!!
I want to unlock my phone. I have a Xperia Neo with Vodafone. When I type '*#*#7378423#*#*' in the dialer it shows 'Bootloader unlock allowed = No'.
I was reading about unlocking this phone and I'm not sure id there is a way to do it. I suppose it cannot be unlocked via the official way but I'm not sure about other ways.
Any help?
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You can still root it no problem, just not unlock bootloader.
However, you should still be able to unlock it via a paid for service. (Someone correct me if I am wrong)
gregbradley said:
However, you should still be able to unlock it via a paid for service. (Someone correct me if I am wrong)
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No need to correct you
Paid service like SETool Box(which I personally advise), omnius, wotan server(they provide SIM unlock, not sure about bootloader unlock).
Also having this in mind: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25802604&postcount=144
if older than 12W14, only official unlock (of course with previously removed SIM lock)
Madfysh said:
No need to correct you
Paid service like SETool Box(which I personally advise), omnius, wotan server(they provide SIM unlock, not sure about bootloader unlock).
Also having this in mind: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25802604&postcount=144
if older than 12W14, only official unlock (of course with previously removed SIM lock)
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My phone is 11W29. And my carrier is Vodafone. If I SIM unlock it (which means that I can use another SIM form other carriers), may I unlock the bootloader then?
simongaiteiro said:
My phone is 11W29. And my carrier is Vodafone. If I SIM unlock it (which means that I can use another SIM form other carriers), may I unlock the bootloader then?
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Yes.
Long story:
Technically, you can unlock it(bootloader) now, it's just you won't be able to use it until you remove SIM lock, as SIM lock is also locking fastboot, which you need to access your unlocked bootloader.
Is it possible to SIM unlock with software, I mean free?
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Is it possible to SIM unlock with software, I mean free?
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If there is a free way, don't you think we would have told you?
There isn't discovered free way to remove SIM lock. Unless you ask your tele operator, and he is good enough to unlock it
Madfysh said:
If there is a free way, don't you think we would have told you?
There isn't discovered free way to remove SIM lock. Unless you ask your tele operator, and he is good enough to unlock it
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Don't think they will be up to... :silly:
I have one more question. With a custom kernel, does it really improve the overall experience?
I'm on ICS now and the phone isn't up to my expectations being honest. It's not as fluid and responsive as it should be even that I use a custom ROM (ICS pureness). So I wonder if a kernel would benefit the overall usage.
Above all, I find it troubled to do multitasking. It often needs to reopen the apps and it feels slow and games and apps lag even with the new Adreno drivers (I'm using Holo Launcher). I tried supercharging it a few months ago but I didn't notice it that much on ICS. Maybe JB runs better??
I'm seriously thinking about going back to GB. It feels snappier and more responsive. Altough I don't want to... :crying:
Hi again!
I SIM unlocked my Neo already but it still shows 'Bootloader unlock allowed = No'. Is that normal? May I unlock it now with the official way?
simongaiteiro said:
I SIM unlocked my Neo already but it still shows 'Bootloader unlock allowed = No'. Is that normal? May I unlock it now with the official way?
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How you unlocked it? What program you used?
Did you try with different SIM cards?
I bought a code obtained from my phone model, carrier and IMEI.
Then I introduced another SIM card from a different carrier and my phone asked for that code. So, I introduced it and my phone now can be used with other carriers.
Then I inserted my SIM card again and I checked my phone unlock status. And it says 'no'.
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Why you didn't follow my suggestion and used apps which I suggested?
Anw, I'm not sure now.
Install drivers from latest flashtool,
turn off phone, hold down menu key and connect cable to phone, let the PC recognize phone and install drivers,
start flashtool, click on lightning icon and select fastboot mode, click on "get ver info" and "get device info" in the main flashtool window you should see some info.
What does it say?
p.s. you can always try with testpoint method or by official method and see if it will work.
Madfysh said:
Why you didn't follow my suggestion and used apps which I suggested?
Anw, I'm not sure now.
Install drivers from latest flashtool,
turn off phone, hold down menu key and connect cable to phone, let the PC recognize phone and install drivers,
start flashtool, click on lightning icon and select fastboot mode, click on "get ver info" and "get device info" in the main flashtool window you should see some info.
What does it say?
p.s. you can always try with testpoint method or by official method and see if it will work.
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Sorry, I understood that I had to SIM unlock it first in order to unlock the bootloader then. I'll retrieve the information but I have to install windows first.
simongaiteiro said:
I'll retrieve the information but I have to install windows first.
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Flashtool is not windows only. There is linux and mac version.
same questions same threads,ZzzzZZzz
buy i simlock free brand new Neo V like i did
Pandemic said:
same questions same threads,ZzzzZZzz
buy i simlock free brand new Neo V like i did
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What are you complaining about? Why don't buy a ticket to watch a film or sth instead of being so rude?
Ok. I've got Flashtool 0.9.8 installed in GNU/Linux and Flashtool 0.9.5 in Windows 7.
It seems I cannot enter in fastboot mode within either one. In fact, after entering in flash mode (holding down back button) my phone always enters in flash mode except if I hold down the menu button, in which case it enters in normal (charging?) mode.
Voda sim locked that's strange they never sim lock here in uk
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kormatoes said:
Voda sim locked that's strange they never sim lock here in uk
Sent from my Xperia neo using XDA Premium HD app
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Well, in Spain almost all carriers SIM lock their phones.
hi there, i have the nck code to unlock the sim lock but cant enter it becuse got no card that is not supported tried 2 different.
Is there a way to enter it without having unsuported sim in?
Want to unlock the bootloader and stuff :/
None understand?
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ken1337 said:
hi there, i have the nck code to unlock the sim lock but cant enter it becuse got no card that is not supported tried 2 different.
Is there a way to enter it without having unsuported sim in?
Want to unlock the bootloader and stuff :/
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For bootloader unlock you dont need sim card at all...
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check this link
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
Hi sorry my bad english
I need some help with my sony xperia mini pro.
I bought a used sk17i a few months ago.
I want to root and install a Custom rom to this phone, ics etc.
My problem:
-the phone is unlocked on 2.3.3 ( i try to official update 4.0.2.A.0.62 but the phone is died. i go back to store and his service is fix them but i dont know how to unlock this phone and im afraid to kill the phone if i want to root or install a custom rom)
-*#*#service#*#* say Bootloader unlock allowed: no ( i don't understand how, i read so many forums and all say if the phone is already unlocked the Bootloader unlock allowed: yes , and if Bootloader unlock allowed: no, i cant unlock bootloader and cant unlock the phone)
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ABOUT THE PHONE:
model: sk17i
android: 2.3.3
Baseband: 8x55A-AAABQOAZM-20302203-30
kernel: 2.6.32.9-perf
[email protected] #1
build number: 4.0.A.2.335
IMEI: 11w33
so i need some help if i root and install a custom rom i able to unlock the phone? and how ?
Thank you guys!!!
If it says that you can't unlock, you can try something through Wotan, but I don't have any experience with that. If you don't want to perform any risks you can always install stock-based ROM (Zelly Cream, Viper etc.) even without unlocked bootloader.
Hmmm...you must be confuse with operator lock and bootloader lock....
Operator lock is when you can only use one services provider on your phone....you cannot use any other services provider...if you phone can use different services provider then your operator lock has been unlock...
Bootloader lock meanwhile is a lock that prevent you to use custom kernel on your phone...still you can use custom roms that is base on stock kernel...since in services menu you bootloader unlock allowed = no, you cant unlock your bootloader (correct me if i'm wrong)....trying to unlock it means that you have 99% chances of bricking your phone....
FYI : Wotan server is for unlocking operator lock not for unlocking bootloader (correct me if i'm wrong).....
Ok but i dont know if i install a new rom i lose my unlock or i have them with the new rom?
iPusak Gaoq™ said:
Hmmm...you must be confuse with operator lock and bootloader lock....
Operator lock is when you can only use one services provider on your phone....you cannot use any other services provider...if you phone can use different services provider then your operator lock has been unlock...
Bootloader lock meanwhile is a lock that prevent you to use custom kernel on your phone...still you can use custom roms that is base on stock kernel...since in services menu you bootloader unlock allowed = no, you cant unlock your bootloader (correct me if i'm wrong)....trying to unlock it means that you have 99% chances of bricking your phone....
FYI : Wotan server is for unlocking operator lock not for unlocking bootloader (correct me if i'm wrong).....
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OK thank you, i want operator lock, but im reading somewhere its possible if i unlock boot loader and install other kernel or something.
and this wotan server for unlocking is working all country all operator? oh i see but i want a free method, i like if i make the unlocking and other stuffs.
reaim said:
OK thank you, i want operator lock, but im reading somewhere its possible if i unlock boot loader and install other kernel or something.
and this wotan server for unlocking is working all country all operator?
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Yes wotan server is for unlocking operator lock all round the country...you should check it out first but are you sure your phone is operator lock??? did you try to put other sim card from different operator into your phone??? does other sim card work??? if is not working then i believe it is operator lock....
iPusak Gaoq™ said:
Yes wotan server is for unlocking operator lock all round the country...you should check it out first but are you sure your phone is operator lock??? did you try to put other sim card from different operator into your phone??? does other sim card work??? if is not working then i believe it is operator lock....
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now its unlocked but i dont know how. and im afraid if i install other rom i lose the unlocking.
1 time i try an official update but the phone is died.
reaim said:
now its unlocked but i dont know how. and im afraid if i install other rom i lose the unlocking.
1 time i try an official update but the phone is died.
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Hmmm...official update as in using SEUS???? you wont lose operator unlock if you update using SEUS or Flashtool...once the operator has been unlock it cant be lock again....
iPusak Gaoq™ said:
Hmmm...official update as in using SEUS???? you wont lose operator unlock if you update using SEUS or Flashtool...once the operator has been unlock it cant be lock again....
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had once tried to update ( w seus) but the phone was dead. I'm afraid that if I try again, it happens again and I do not want to bring back to repairing service center. recently to a service also said that they will not be updated over the phone (say I do not understand why). it would be advisable to first figure out how to be unlocked and maybe i might see why the phone dies.
reaim said:
had once tried to update ( w seus) but the phone was dead. I'm afraid that if I try again, it happens again and I do not want to bring back to repairing service center. recently to a service also said that they will not be updated over the phone (say I do not understand why). it would be advisable to first figure out how to be unlocked and maybe i might see why the phone dies.
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Hmmm....if you haven't unlock the bootloader then updating using SEUS will not brick your phone....phone with unlock bootloader cannot use SEUS to update...only Flashtool can help unlock bootloader update the firmware....
as for your problem, if you are afraid to use SEUS again the use Flashtool....you can find Flashtool and all the necessary files (stock ttf, kernel, custom kernel and custom roms) HERE.....