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SIM Lock "Data Crashes" screen, need help~

i've posted here but don't seem to be getting any response so i thought i'd post here where everyone's on about Wizards
i'll go through the situation again in detail:
i recieved a prototype wizard that's been sitting around for a while.
i turned it on, and found HTC rom version 0.5something, but at this time there was no SIM in the unit and everything was working fine. so i decided to try an O2 rom in the unit, and downloaded the latest O2 XDA Mini S rom from their website, version 1.5.4.102 (comes up at 1.5.4.2 on the unit).
first time installing the new rom, the installation froze at 99%, while the PC said complete. so i tried again and all was good. when the unit restarted everything was fine, working and all, until i plugged in a SIM and i came up with the following screen
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i've tried using machinagod's Lokiwiz02b, but unforunately it didn't work.
does anyone have any better ideas for me?
thanks in advance to anyone who can help.

Hi, sorry no one answered you before.
When using lokiwiz did you cid unlock the device i.e. supercid? If not try that it may work. Also try one of the Qtek roms, see if that makes a difference.
Shame you dont know if it worked with a sim before you flashed it. Prototype - not sure if that works with a sim or not.

i've tried both unlocking options using lokiwiz, both supercid and the regular unlock. however after lokiwiz has done it's magic, JUST before the command window auto-closes to do notice a line of text saying something like "object not found" or something similar to that. (two paragraphs suddenly appear and the window closes, rather hard to catch)would that be the issue? i just can't catch it everytime, and i apologise for pretty much completely forgetting how to use the command/dos system. should i open the cmd window first before running the .bat file to avoid it auto-closing? so i can see where there's possibly a problem?
also, i do have an idea that the device should work, as i have another prototype wizard from the same era working beautifully. i got that one a while ago though, so it hasn't been sitting around/in someone else's hands for so long.
i'll give the Qtek roms a try too, and maybe grab an iMate one on the way too.
thanks for your help mate :wink: i truly appreciate it.

Sounds like there is a problem with lokiwiz, maybe it does not work or your prototype.
Did you try what machinegod suggested?
Q - I locked my device and now it shows only the SIMlock window
A - Get your phone showing the SIMlock window. Connect it via ActiveSync. Use the tool to unlock your phone.
Which sim are you trying to use with the device?, maybe worth trying different sim - to find out which operator the device is simlocked to. There are other sim unlock programs but you will prob have to pay. I would try another rom, and different sims. Cheers

did exactly as machinagod suggested:
plugged in SIM, which automatically gets SIM Lock window showing, and won't let you go anywhere else. guaranteed hook up with PC and activesync, then run lokiwiz bat file from PC. tried both unlock and supercid on two different PCs. unfortunately didn't work.
i've tried a few SIMs in the phone, 3 different SUNDAY (Hong Kong) SIMs that i'll most likely be using with the unit and an O2 Pay&Go SIM. neither worked. i have no idea where the SIM could possibly be locked to, manufactured in Taiwan, ended up in the UK, and now with me in Hong Kong. it could be anywhere.
i'm yet to try out the other branded ROMs so i'm not sure if that'll work.
i'll keep this space updated should i have any news.
thanks again for the attention mate.

I have the same problem now with my T-mobile MDA.Any other ideas how to solve this problem?

I have the same problem now with my T-mobile MDA.Any other ideas how to solve this problem?

I had the same problem when I did my upgrade the first time. Freaked out. I searched these forums and read that if you use the unlocker at http://www.imei-check.co.uk/m3000unlock.php it fixes it.
It stinks that it costs about $30 US but it works. I've had zero issues with any rom update now that I unlocked it on imei unlock. There may be a free way to do it but I don't know how. I know this works.
It is the second time I have used the service, I used it to unlock my smt5600 when I migrated my account from ATT to Cingular.

I had the same problem when I did my upgrade the first time. Freaked out. I searched these forums and read that if you use the unlocker at http://www.imei-check.co.uk/m3000unlock.php it fixes it.
It stinks that it costs about $30 US but it works. I've had zero issues with any rom update now that I unlocked it on imei unlock. There may be a free way to do it but I don't know how. I know this works.
It is the second time I have used the service, I used it to unlock my smt5600 when I migrated my account from ATT to Cingular.

thanks for the input mate, but i'm quite reluctant to spend US$30 at this point in time for fixing the thing as its a 'spare' unit that i basically got to play with. even if i do unlock it i won't be using it :lol:
tell me tho mate if it doesn't get outta your way, did it happen when you used 'another providers' ROM? or did you stick with ROMs from the original service provider?
i'm in suspicion that changing to another provider's ROM copies over SIM/provider data that isn't what the lock in the unit wants, hence the screen saying "data crashes". if we hit the sweet spot with the right ROM then lokiwiz should be able to do it's magic.
i'm also keen on using an older version ROM to unlock before upgrading again.
i still haven't managed to get me hands on the unit, and HOPEFULLY will do so within the next two days. once i have any more news i will keep everyone updated.

Traveling the world with the Cingular 8525 (Hermes) phone

I'm brand new to the HTC phones, having just replaced my PIECE OF JUNK Treo 700w with the shiny new 8525. I am based in the US, but travel frequently to Western Europe, UK, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Australia (with possible trips to UAE). One reason for my switch to the Cingular 8525 is to be able to take it with me and not borrow or lease phones for traveling.
However, I am completely confused about the best way to travel with my phone (other than paying Cingular for roaming charges). Is there a FAQ somewhere on this site where I can learn more about world travel with this phone? Specificially, I am trying to answer questions like:
1. Can I use a pre-paid SIM in my destination country, or do I need to "unlock" the phone first?
2. How will my Cingular data plan work when I am abroad? (will it?).
3. I am assuming that if buy a pre-paid SIM, that it will assign a new "local" number to my phone, right? If so, how can I continue to receive SMS messages to my old number?
4. If I buy a pre-paid SIM, I assume it changes my data plan - will I need to reconfigure my Activesync settings to continue receiving my corporate emails?
Any other comments, suggestions, or tips about traveling with the Hermes/8525/Tyn phone would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks

1. Most networks subsidise the cost of the handset and lock it to their network so yes, you will most likely need the hadnset unlocked.
2. It won't as I don't think you can find the Cingular GPRS access point when roaming internationally
3. That's correct, so you won't be able to recieve SMS to your old number since it's a different number, on a difference service and a different SIM.
4. Push email you will need to reconfigure but just synching through Activesync will work.

MrHorus said:
2. It won't as I don't think you can find the Cingular GPRS access point when roaming internationally
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Hmm.. I think it might, as Cingular posts a "travel planner" at http://www.cingular.com/travelguide that seems to show the availability of data access in most countries, depending on the carrier. I note, however, that the rate for data access is $0.02 per kilobyte!
Which raises another question - I am configured for direct push from our corporate exchange server. Is it possible to sync via WiFi? (in other words, disable automatic sync over the 3G/GPRS/UMTS network and only do it manually when I am on a WiFi network). I didn't think this worked, but last night I was playing around, and forcing a sync seemed to happen a LOT faster when I was on my WiFi network...
As to unlocking, I called Cingular last night, and they told me they would give me an unlock code, but it takes about 5 days to get. Since my first destination is Korea for a couple of days (where no US cell phones work) that might work, rather than risking my warranty with someone's hack...
Thanks again for the post

your Hermes WILL work in Korea (as they have WCDMA and your Hermes has WCDMA). I recently had a brief stopover at Incheon airport, and my TyTN did work.

Interesting. It may be that Cingular has no roaming agreements with the local carriers, since there are so few non-korean phones that work there. (much like Japan, which I understand the 8525/Hermes is the first US phone to work there as well)
By the way, interestingly enough, when I called Cingular International support to enable Int'l roaming and their "global traveler" roaming program ($5.99 a month to save about $0.40 per minute while roaming), I asked about using pre-paid SIM cards in foreign markets. They said "sure, but you'll have to unlock your phone first". When I asked if they could help, they transferred my call to someone who asked me for my IMEI number, which I gave him. Two minutes later he gave me the unlock code. Probably saved me two hours of reading forum posts, downloading hacks, and twiddling with my phone.
I just need a non-Cingular SIM to actually be able to input the unlock code...

Moved this thread to the hermes section.
Can you post the number that you used to get your phone unlocked so that we can add that to wiki.

The number for Cingular International Roaming Support is 800-335-4685 (or outside the USA it is +1 916 843 4685)
Based on the conversation I had with the people there, I believe that enabling the "GLobal Traveler" plan for $5.99 a month is a requirement for them to provide you with an unlock code. Also, when I called they said that they "might be able to do it right away on the phone" but that it normally takes about 5 days to get the unlock code. I guess I got lucky in that he was able to retrieve the number immediately. (and it was a Saturday)
Hope that is useful

added that info to wiki, thanks for the input
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_SimUnlock

I called to the above mentioned number and basically got the same info. Additional info i got is
1) You do not need 5.99$ international traveller plan, you can get free international traveller plan (only difference is you pay 2.49$/min instead of 2.29$ with plan)
2) Unlock code can be used only for 5 times, if you don't get it right in those 5 trials you phone is locked permenantly to cingular (as per cingular rep)

Quick update from the road.. Yes, the 8525 worked flawlessly in Korea - The plane landed, I powered the unit on, and VOILA! I had my emails.. Same in Hong Kong and Macau. However, in none of those markets does caller ID or voice mail work. I am currently in Sydney, Australia, and here the voice mail and caller idea work just as in the USA.
One thing to note - as many of you know, to dial overseas on a cell phone you have to use the "+" key before the country code. This was driving me crazy, because my contacts did not all have + signs and I was manually adding them as necessary, which was incredibly tedious. Also I could not figure out how to dial a + sign from the keypad (it sits there on the "0" key, so I KNEW there was a way somehow!). Then I figured it out - you have to press and HOLD the "0" key to get the "+" sign. Then you can dial normally.
The biggest problem with this phone so far is that I can't find a case for it anywhere in shops...

travelling the world ? show your tracks
hey if you are traveling the world, why not show others in real time where you are, via google earth, and receive 1024 chars i-sms for free
checkout http://www.reperion.com for world traveling free soft

sbsyncro said:
The biggest problem with this phone so far is that I can't find a case for it anywhere in shops...
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I use this one. Really great!

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Yes, I saw that one yesterday at a shop here in Sydney, but the cut-outs on the sides were in the wrong places for the Hermes. They had the newer dopod unit (Hermes based) but not the equivalent cover for it. The shopkeeper told me that it would be some time before the case was available since the new dopod unit just came out... It does look like a perfect case.

lucid said:
hey if you are traveling the world, why not show others in real time where you are, via google earth, and receive 1024 chars i-sms for free
checkout http://www.reperion.com for world traveling free soft
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Cool idea, but also requires one to have a GPS receiver linked up and running the whole time... I can imagine that would drain the Hermes' battery very quickly.

japan
I do a lot of traveling world wide too. I had the blackjack, cingular told me it would work in Japan...but when i got there...no luck.
The above respond said..the 8525 would work in japan....how do i confirm this...and what frequency does it operate under?

I noticed that carriers are giving people less hassle lately when requesting to unlock their phones. I wonder if this has anything to do with the library of congress exempting phone unlocking from the copyright law (basically they said we paid for the phone we should be able to use it wherever we want).

wratran said:
I do a lot of traveling world wide too. I had the blackjack, cingular told me it would work in Japan...but when i got there...no luck.
The above respond said..the 8525 would work in japan....how do i confirm this...and what frequency does it operate under?
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I have the Cingular 8525, and I travel world wide with it. With my experience so far, it worked in any GSM area like UK, Europe, Brazil and Argentina, plus JAPAN(non-GSM) flawlessly. In Tokyo, it was roaming with NTT Do Co Mo network. Both voice and date. It is the BEST global phone I have ever had, hands down!!
You must call Cingular before you travel abroad to "activate" the international roaming for your account. The roaming charges are not cheap but it works
http://www.cingular.com/learn/international/

Using the SOFTBANK X01HT internationally
On a somewhat related vein, I live in South Korea, but I travel to Japan and the States frequently. I recently purchased the Softbank X01HT. I've got it totally unlocked, SuperCID and loaded with WM6 - Black Edition (very sweet BTW). I am looking for the best option to be able to use it primarily in Korea.
I asked SK Telecom if they could help, and I got a deer in the headlights look. I've read on many forums and web sites that KTF has all the same services this phone has, but until recently their phones were locked. Apparently they have just recently made it so you can swap out USIMs amongst KTF phones. However, there again when I ask about a USIM I get that look again (In all fairness I haven't been to the KTF store yet).
Can anyone provide some advice?
Also, I purchased a pre-paid T-Mobile card for a trip to Chicago next week. Would I be better off going with the Cingular service or will that work just fine?

TMO and Cingular will work in the US. TMO does not have 3g here in the US. So if you are needing fast data, use cingular

There is no need to buy any plan from cingular to have them unlock your phone. The only requirement Cingular has is that you have bought the phone from them more then 3 months ago. Then you just have to call up customer service, tell them you want them to sim unlock your phone because you are traveling abroad and would like to use prepaid phone sims in other countries. They tell you they will email you the unlock code within a week but they never did - I had to call them back but they gave it to me over the phone no problem.

Dual-SIM solution that works!

Hi
As you probably are are aware of, there's been a number of different "multi-SIM" or "Dual-SIM" solutions through the years. Lately there's been problems with the 3G-SIMs that would not work properly with the various multi-SIM solutions.
I've found one that works for my two new 3G-SIMs.
This one is made in china and is very basic (which seems to be the key in finding a working solution with many 3G-SIMs/phones - basic). The shop linked to is Norwegian, but the text concerning this particular item is in English. Regardless, this spesific solution is made by several different brands, charging from 5 € upwards to about 60€. The difference being brands of course, and how advanced the built-in STK meny is. I have seen this particular one that I bought several other places on the net (I recognize the packaging/logo).
http://www.mytrendyphone.no/shop/universal-twin-sim-3337p.html
Basically what you do is you cut out the chips from the SIM-cards and insert them into a special SIM-card like device consisting of a very thin curcuit board and a small microchip. This one is about the size of a normal SIM-card and can be inserted into your Kaisers SIM-slot.
Pics of the function
Nr 1, activated.
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Note that I didnt actually have 3G enabled when I made those screenies, but it do work!
The Sim ToolKit Menu
As you can see, along with the network name (NetCom in my case on both SIMs) I've specified my numbers and they will automatically show up along with the network info. I.e. "YourOperator YourPhoneNumber".
How well this would work if you change networks (my two carriers both use the same data-settings, one being the owner, other leasing capacity) I'm unsure, but I suspect the phone will ask you to reboot if you want to have functioning data-connections.
Well thats it!
/Mac

but is very dificult cut correct the sims

So only one line will be active at a time? Like I can't receive a call on both lines and have it auto switch. I would only be able to receive calls on the respective active sim?

No, you can only have one number active at the same time. As far as I understand this is a limitation in the phones hardware (not the Kaiser spesifically) according to certain regulations etc. Having more lines to one number is something else, a service certain operators offer, must not be confused with active numbers.
You can set the STK to autojump back and forth between the numbers, but I find this feature pretty much useless. This Dual-SIM solution should tho work very well for swapping between lets say private and work numbers w/o having to change phone. Or, having a backup number in case your prepaid runs out etc.
I did not find it very difficult to cut out the chips from their original SIM-cards, a pair of schissors did this job nicely, as long as you use common sense and follow the guidelines included in the package.
/Mac

Where did you buy it? I tried to get it from the URL but they don't seem to ship to The Netherlands.

dickr43 said:
Where did you buy it? I tried to get it from the URL but they don't seem to ship to The Netherlands.
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Try googling for "universal twin sim card adapter". Seems to be what the producer call it. I got it from that site I linked to, I'm in Norway.

M4cr0s said:
Try googling for "universal twin sim card adapter". Seems to be what the producer call it. I got it from that site I linked to, I'm in Norway.
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Not all of them fit in a Kaiser.
We need one in The Netherlands, that fits in the kaiser.

Not all fit no, but this one does, confirmed. Thats what this thread is all about
Here you got sites that seem to sell precisely the same one as I've used.
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/product/4989.htm
http://www.nowgsm.com/universal_twin_sim.htm (3rd generation)

Did you see the "Not for use with 3G (USIM) SIM cards".
3G compatible adapter are expensive ( 30-70 EUR ). Do you know where you can get one?

I don't know if I have a 3G or normal SIM.
My #1 number is from Telfort, when I connect to the web only gprs works.
My #2 numer is from Vodafone but it's a prepaid, but sometimes when I connect to the web G, 3G, H works.
SO I think I need one what supports 3G?

jinkazama007 said:
Did you see the "Not for use with 3G (USIM) SIM cards".
3G compatible adapter are expensive ( 30-70 EUR ). Do you know where you can get one?
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Well I got two brand spanking new 3G-SIMs and they definitely work...

M4cr0s said:
Well I got two brand spanking new 3G-SIMs and they definitely work...
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How much yeuros is the one you have from the swedish website?

xmoo said:
How much yeuros is the one you have from the swedish website?
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Its Dano/Swe/Nor actually Its 8-9€. Should be that price or a little less from other sites (high taxes in the scandinavian countries).

Where dis you get the Sim ToolKit app from ?

gregouille said:
Where dis you get the Sim ToolKit app from ?
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You get it when you buy it.
right?

Its not an application per se, its like the SIM-card menu on your operators SIM. At least most operators have some kind of STK menu on their card with various functions. The menu on the dual SIM thingy is the same kind, only that it let you change active numbers. It will pop up automatically in your programs-menu when you insert the dual SIM and you don't need to install anything softwarewise.

M4cr0s said:
Well I got two brand spanking new 3G-SIMs and they definitely work...
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are you sure they are working in 3G mode ( and not GSM/GPRS/EDGE ).
Last time I tried such a cheap adapter the 3G sim worked... as a GSM sim ( no access to the 3G network ).

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Where did you buy it? I tried to get it from the URL but they don't seem to ship to The Netherlands.
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You can get them overhere at dualsim.nl i think.
i used to have one but it ruined both my sims. not handy when travelling..
Succes, Steven

Well I am able to enable 3G and use the SIMs for data and calls with the 3G/H up on the status bar and everything. I haven't tried video calls tho.
This is sort of something I tried to make clear in my first post...and also the reason this product is interesting...

Steven13 said:
You can get them overhere at dualsim.nl i think.
i used to have one but it ruined both my sims. not handy when travelling..
Succes, Steven
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Did it fit on the kaiser.

[Q] Unlocking HTC desire Z / tmobile G2 --- anyone know a paid site?

Just got my phone but i will be taking a trip overseas in 2 days. Need my Tmobile USA G2 (htc desire Z) unlocked.
Does anyone know of a paid online service that can do it?
Ive already tried:
HTCunlockshop.com --- can't do it yet
HTCcode.com --- waiting on response
Any help would be appreciated, but if youre suggesting/recommending a site, please explain or give reason.
thanks!

Dont advertise here, ill be watching..

Apparantly, the second one you mentioned can... Seen it advertised somewhere that they can unlock the desire z (so would think so for the g2 as well, but who knows)...

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Apparantly, the second one you mentioned can... Seen it advertised somewhere that they can unlock the desire z (so would think so for the g2 as well, but who knows)...
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yeah, im still waiting on HTCcode.com, it's been 24+ hours, no code yet.

HTCcode.com refunded my money. nogo.
Tried calling Tmobile customer care, Apparently the G2 officially came out for Tmobile USA Oct. 6th. The customer service tech rep on the line told me there is a 14-day 'buyers remorse' period before the phone's IMEI can be inputted into their systems... ? whatever
Anyone with suggestions/solutions, im all ears. The new G2 is essentially a much improved nexus one with a slide out keyboard.
btw, XDA rules.

HTC database has not been updated yet. Codes for US version of Desire Z (G2) are not available yet. This info is from October 5th. Once they are available every unlocker will be able to get them.

check ebay, I saw one there yesterday

I'm interested in this as well. I'm thinking of getting the T-Mobile G2 off eBay and using it overseas.
@cozmo5050 if you're able to get one, please pm me the website. Thanks.

The imei is accepted but will I get the code?
http://www.htcunlockshop.com
Anyone tried?

Ditto - looking for someone to unlock mine to use on AT&T i tried htcunlockshop and waiting for a reply, they don't take paypal. It Sux

well, After HTCcode.com refunded me the $20, the next day I was contacted by [email protected] (sudarshan ramesh). He/she told me they just updated their database, and it would cost $35 now, but my unlock code for the Tmobile G2 was available and would unlock the phone.
So, i sent $35 bucks with my IMEI#, 30min later, the code was sent via email.
I stuck in AT&T's sim card, punched in the code, ... press the unlock button, and the screen goes black and shows " requesting network unlock..."
It stays on this screen for a good 5minutes, after that the screen turns all black and just stays on, does nothing. I found this strange so the next thing i did was try to turn it off and back on. Pressing the power button did nothing. I pulled out the battery and turned it back on. Tmobile boot animation, after 1min loading, goes back to the same screen that asks for a sim unlock code.
I contacted [email protected], he/she wanted to verify if i did everything correctly. He/she wanted pictures, i sent it. Then I was to send in a video showing that i did everything correctly, which i did and uploaded. It's been a few days, no response. Feels like after proving everything was done correctly, I'm getting the run around... and the phone is still locked to Tmobile.
I just want to emphasize that this posting is my own personal experience trying to get an unlock code for the newly released Tmobile G2. It is not meant to directly flame anyone or any particular website.
To be continued...
One more thing: I contacted the seller on eBay named 'gaming-zone' regarding his unlock for the G2/HTC desire Z/Vision and apparently the code I initially received from [email protected] would have been the same exact one he would have given me. This leads me to believe all unlock codes come from the same data base which all unlock sites have access to.

I'm being told by many eBay unlockers new database have been uploaded. It will be in supernew records. Form what they told me there are old records (cheap) useless, new records ( $10-$15), supernew records ( $20-$30).

gun said:
I'm being told by many eBay unlockers new database have been uploaded. It will be in supernew records. Form what they told me there are old records (cheap) useless, new records ( $10-$15), supernew records ( $20-$30).
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yea, i contacted the eBay seller, and i was told the unlock code i received from [email protected] IS the same exact unlock code he would have sold me. He also said he had the newest database.
Im not saying the unlock codes arent authentic or anything like that, it's just very peculiar why the "requesting network unlock..." step doesnt finalize.
The only person that i know of with a supposedly successful G2 unlock is fellow member "k0shi" who said his/her code came from Tmobile directly.
see it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=8497696&postcount=6
I found this odd because i contacted Tmobile USA on October 6th, and was told the G2's unlock information isn't even registered in their systems, and then to wait and try again in 2 weeks....

cozmo5050 said:
yea, i contacted the eBay seller, and i was told the unlock code i received from [email protected] IS the same exact unlock code he would have sold me. He also said he had the newest database.
Im not saying the unlock codes are arent authentic or anything like that, it's just very peculiar why the "requesting network unlock..." dont finalize.
The only person that i know of with a supposedly successful G2 unlock is fellow member "k0shi" who said his/her code came from Tmobile directly. I found this odd because i contacted Tmobile USA on October 6th, and was told the G2's unlock information isn't even registered in their systems, and then to wait and try again in 2 weeks....
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You're right T mobile system is not set up yet for G2 unlock. Try calling T mobile again. Some reps know how to submit unlock request manually. After few tries I got a rep to submit the request but next day they send me email that this is new account and I'm not eligible and I have to wait 90 days.

gun said:
The imei is accepted but will I get the code?
http://www.htcunlockshop.com
Anyone tried?
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I tried them on October 4th, and had to pay $15.99 by credit card. The next day i received this email from htcunlockshop.com:
"Dear Customer,
Sorry I have been unable to generate the correct unlock code for your mobile. There are so many mobile out there sometimes the firmware on certain versions mean I cant generate the code.
I have sent your details over the accounts team who will send you a refund. Although normally quicker please allow up to 7 days for the refund to get back into your account.
Once again I apologise for not being able to get the correct code for your mobile. Your only option may be your network operator or a local shop who can unlock via a cable.
Best Regards,
htcunlockshop.com"
you may have better luck with them since it's now October 8th, but waiting 7 days for a refund is retarded.

That's so odd I got called tmo asked for the code and got it the next day in a email my phone has been unlocked since the offical release (I got the phone 2 days earlier)
When you punch in the code make sure you type it with the keyboard open and leave it open till after it restarts or it won't work.
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cozmo5050 said:
I tried them on October 4th, and had to pay $15.99 by credit card. The next day i received this email from htcunlockshop.com:
"Dear Customer,
Sorry I have been unable to generate the correct unlock code for your mobile. There are so many mobile out there sometimes the firmware on certain versions mean I cant generate the code.
I have sent your details over the accounts team who will send you a refund. Although normally quicker please allow up to 7 days for the refund to get back into your account.
Once again I apologise for not being able to get the correct code for your mobile. Your only option may be your network operator or a local shop who can unlock via a cable.
Best Regards,
htcunlockshop.com"
you may have better luck with them since it's now October 8th, but waiting 7 days for a refund is retarded.
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For refund call your credit card they can credit your account if you depute the charge. I have done this many times.

k0shi said:
That's so odd I got called tmo asked for the code and got it the next day in a email my phone has been unlocked since the offical release (I got the phone 2 days earlier)
When you punch in the code make sure you type it with the keyboard open and leave it open till after it restarts or it won't work.
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Thanks for the tip

Listen happened To me.i purchaced unlock code from htccode.com entered it and got message phone unlocked rebooting immediately.after reboot i entered pin and phone opened normally.but on status bar there is AN icon of sim with a ! And when i try TO search for networks i get AN error message.so i have a phone now that cannot connect to any network.any ideas? Please i need advise.

gpou said:
Listen happened To me.i purchaced unlock code from htccode.com entered it and got message phone unlocked rebooting immediately.after reboot i entered pin and phone opened normally.but on status bar there is AN icon of sim with a ! And when i try TO search for networks i get AN error message.so i have a phone now that cannot connect to any network.any ideas? Please i need advise.
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Where are you located?

Oneplus Two from Chinese shop - one IMEI : DualSim capability ?

It is written two many times that devices bought from Chinese sites have one IMEI and DualSim function works only in Chine. In the rest of the world (ie Europe) only one card is working.
Is that correct ? People that have purchased device from sites mentioned, can you please clarify where did you buy it, if DualSIM works and in which country ?
Lot of people are hesitantto buy the device with such a restriction, me included

China version is single sim outside of China.
International versions are dual sim with 2 IMEI numbers

ColinB63 said:
China version is single sim outside of China.
International versions are dual sim with 2 IMEI numbers
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Dear Colin, as I have just read in some other threads found here in xda, a lot of people insist that their devices are working fine with DualSim capability in Europe, although one IMEI is shown. Only remark is that they have no second IMEI and phone number of SIM registered in settings, with all other capabilities fully working

ktsak said:
Dear Colin, as I have just read in some other threads found here in xda, a lot of people insist that their devices are working fine with DualSim capability in Europe, although one IMEI is shown. Only remark is that they have no second IMEI and phone number of SIM registered in settings, with all other capabilities fully working
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That's interesting to know.

verdict from Chinese variant user using three uk:
yes dual sims works fine. only drawback is no phone number for sim2 in phone info. not a big deal at all.

Hi guys
Same thing here I got mines which is from china and the dual sim works in france but I have not test the both line in the same time ex call the first line and then while the first is in use call the second one lol sorry for the headache
Rgds

i think theoratically if you are on two different networks it should work as the both the sims are with same IMEI and restrictions apply if One sim is without IMEI
I dont think if it is a different network the same IMEI should be conflict its however i dont know if there are some security measure on the network which protects same IMEI to be registered twice
The whole concep of have mandatory IMEI numbers is so that the phone using the sim card can be detected and the purpose is served

Should have been able to use a micro sd in the 2nd sim slot ala Huawei.

It works without any issue
check the image below
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It works without any issue
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Does it work on Vodafone 4g
Sent from my ASUS_Z00AD using XDA Free mobile app

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It works without any issue
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Hey thanks for the screenshots.
From what I've found, since the Chinese variant has only 1 IMEI, it will not support dual-sim active, but should support dual-sim standby. I guess this means that you while you're on a call on sim 1, your sim 2 might not be reachable. Did it occur to you?

Re the 2 SIMS for Australia. I have an Amaysim (Optus) as mine main SIM and I threw in a Boost (Telstra) to see how it works. I can confirm it works fines. I can adjust the preferred SIM for calls and data but I received calls and texts from both at any time. I called one number whilst already on the phone on the other and it went to message bank as expected. Then reversed the process on the different numbers. All good. It shows as 2 IMEI numbers one for each SIM but it is the same number. It has the option to send texts or calls from either SIM. My main purpose was to use as both personal and work phone.

Hi,
I have the Chinese version (ONE A2001). I have one french and one spanish SIM cards. I can only make and receive calls and SMS on the SIM that I choose as the default cellular data SIM. Anybody having the same problem? I'd like to know if this is a problem on my phone or if it is the Chinese version.
Thanks

I am running EE and Three sims in the UK without any problems

Thanks Disk0360.
I'm wondering if the problem does not come from the providers.
My french sim is Free
My spanish sim is orange
I understand that the OP2 is 4G/2G.
Free does not have a 2G network and they go through....Orange in France.
So I have 2 sims trying to connect to Orange network with one IMEI only...

Hi,
FYI, just got the OP2 European version, and now dual sim works flawlessly!

On mine I can see Voda 4g on the network selections. Check the bands and see who supports the one plus 2

Wtf OP. Why on earth would you even do that, one IMEI for a dual sim phone?? I checked for the different bands that might be used and I was OK with sacrificing LTE for 3G when I am outside of China, but that they put one IMEI, who comes up with this??

does anyone realize that if your dual sim phone only have one imei will have the following issue:
--- if you use 2 sim card, and there are 2 people call your sim number at the same time, first one will connected will no problem, but the second sim will not, the caller will receive message that the "phone is offline" (that suck!)
but if you have 2 imei, the second caller will receive "busy message" not offline
So i can say that dual sim will have dual on...