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HONESTLY, UNLOCKING XDA IIi

:shock: :shock: Is there no-one who knows how to unlock the XDA IIi? I have seen a few other posts about this, but no answers except being refered to IMEI-CHECK.
1) Has anyone tried IMEI? Are they reliable? What does their wierd procedure actually do to the unit?
2) Where are the people who cracked the XDA II in a jiffy?
3) Maybe if we formed a group of interested people in this thread we could form a trust that would throw some money at whoever manages to do an application like XDAIIUnlock?

I'll alter this question just for now:
Please reply to this thread if you:
1) Have heard the there is a machine, by O2 reffered to as "XDAIIi"
2) Own this "XDAIIi" or knows somebody who does?
:? We'll just start from there. Maybe I am alone in using the IIi?

Hello, just checking if I have chosen the right forum: "The Himalaya and Andes", the Andes is referred to as XDAIIi in the UK, right?
If this is wrong and I should be posting elsewhere, any help/info is greatly appreciated. I am trying to locate other users of the XDAIIi.
If I am in the right place, it would be great to hear if there is someone else using the XDAIIi in here.

I have an XDA IIi.
I went to the IMEI check website, paid my twenty quid and got the unlock code, took all of 5 minutes.
There is no other way of unlocking it as far as I know...if there was, I wouldn't have paid £20.
Hope that helps.

thank you for your reply. I guess I will have to go with IMEI too. It's not the money that's bothering me, it's the "safety" issues. Do you know if the warranty is voided if you unlock it? Can the unlocking procedure go wrong in any way and leave you with a useless unit?

Hiya
I know this is amongst my first post so my opinion probably wont count for much but i definately recommend imei-check, he's unlocked several of my smartphones, ive spoken to him a couple of times on messenger and he is definately genuine.

:? So, I unlocked it too, using IMEI-check. It worked like a charm, very quick indeed. Wierd that he's the only guy who could figure it out though.

Yup it works!
I did mine today. Was done in an hour (had to email the proof of address).
Unfortunately my backup wouldn't restore (PITA) but the unlock worked a treat.

t0me said:
Yup it works!
I did mine today. Was done in an hour (had to email the proof of address).
Unfortunately my backup wouldn't restore (PITA) but the unlock worked a treat.
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hi
My friend try to use IMEI-check yesterday to unlock the phone but it fail
Do they (IMEI-check) guarantee to unlock all the cases?
Regards
Tuan

Please post your IMEI numbers, and unlock codes.
We can get an algorithm sorted for the mass population of xda IIi users if you could possibly do that.
Many Thanks,
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Actually i did phone to O2 CS and ask them for the unlock code, they said that it is ok, but need to pay 15 pounds to them, now , i am waiting for them for the code( they said that may need up to 21 days..)

Unlock the phone reccomendations?

Before you all start, yes iv searched !!!
I got a T Mobile G1 UK, locked with RC9. I can’t ring T Mobile because I’m not a customer there. Can anyone tell me if it’s possible to do it free or if not a reliable website that can help me if I have to purchase something?
Thanks for your time.

Anthony2oo5 said:
Before you all start, yes iv searched !!!
I got a T Mobile G1 UK, locked with RC9. I can’t ring T Mobile because I’m not a customer there. Can anyone tell me if it’s possible to do it free or if not a reliable website that can help me if I have to purchase something?
Thanks for your time.
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Yes there is a thread on unlocking on the Dev section of the Dream forum. Try searching there some more, as I saw one UK thread that had a little info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=517810&highlight=unlock
Heres a link to a sim unlocking thread that deals with the US G1, but I imagine it's prob pretty similar.

The only way to get a free code is by having a t-mobile customer to get one for you. One of your friends, or anyone kind enough to get you one from xda. I'm hoping I can find someone as well.

tr.slate said:
Yes there is a thread on unlocking on the Dev section of the Dream forum. Try searching there some more, as I saw one UK thread that had a little info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=517810&highlight=unlock
Heres a link to a sim unlocking thread that deals with the US G1, but I imagine it's prob pretty similar.
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I did actually read that topic but it didnt answer my queestion on "is there a website I can get a code from or anyone who can do it buy paying them?"

yes
Anthony2oo5 said:
I did actually read that topic but it didnt answer my queestion on "is there a website I can get a code from or anyone who can do it buy paying them?"
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Ebay is your friend. Run a search there.

unlock-tmobileg1.com - $23.99 USD
cell-unlockers.com - $7.99 USD

[Q]Rooting

Hello... Im new in this forum
I live in Costa Rica and I just bought an Aria, I still have to unlock it, my question is, can I root the phone and save me the unlock money? I mean, by performing a root do I unlock the phone?
Thanks!

Root is not an unlock.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=7308093

Thank you for the fast answer....
Now...
What unlock code provider do u recommend me? I've read about htcsimunlock.com that is actually cheap, but sometimes they don't find the unlock code...
Should I trust the people that sells unlock codes on eBay?

Making up your mind
SergioCR said:
Thank you for the fast answer....
Now...
What unlock code provider do u recommend me? I've read about htcsimunlock.com that is actually cheap, but sometimes they don't find the unlock code...
Should I trust the people that sells unlock codes on eBay?
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Your question has already been posted before: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=783126
I guess you can find a satisfactory answer on that link. By the way, welcome to xda developers community.

SergioCR said:
Thank you for the fast answer....
Now...
What unlock code provider do u recommend me? I've read about htcsimunlock.com that is actually cheap, but sometimes they don't find the unlock code...
Should I trust the people that sells unlock codes on eBay?
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Here and here are a couple of threads with some members' experiences with various sites as well as ebay sellers.

Thank you very much!
There's nothing better than a guide when you a completely new using Android/Unlocking/Rooting phones

[REQ] SC02C DIY Unlock

Figure this is next on the "to do" list since we finally have root with stock ROM/kernel and GPS/TV working.
Anyone able to unlock their phone themselves?

nakagusukumike said:
Anyone able to unlock their phone themselves?
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Yes thanks.

Odia said:
Yes thanks.
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hu? 1charac

nakagusukumike said:
hu? 1charac
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Translation i believe is search .
A clue search dev section .
jje

JJEgan said:
Translation i believe is search .
A clue search dev section .
jje
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okay, again, I'll spell this out. (Here is where I mentioned this to you previously --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15042917&postcount=5 )
I don't post in here unless I've ALREADY searched, TRIED the applicable standard SGS2 actions, and failed, thus having to resort to posting a thread asking specifically about the SC02C phone.
So. The standard SGS2 unlocking tools do not work on the SC02C.
Has anyone unlocked their SC02C themselves, and if so, how did you do it?
Thanks!

nakagusukumike said:
Has anyone unlocked their SC02C themselves, and if so, how did you do it?
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Do it still count if I have unlocked someone elses or would I have to unlock my own?

Odia said:
Do it still count if I have unlocked someone elses or would I have to unlock my own?
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hahaha, anything that helps the SC02C community DIY unlock. Thanks!

nakagusukumike said:
okay, again, I'll spell this out. (Here is where I mentioned this to you previously --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15042917&postcount=5 )
I don't post in here unless I've ALREADY searched, TRIED the applicable standard SGS2 actions, and failed,
Great as i said one who searches i will try and remember your name as one out of thousands ..
A sensible poster would have said all what you now tell us in the first post .
jje who must remember nagaskimike is one clever searcher .
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NTT will unlock them, 3000 yen and change, no effect on monthly support according to comments here.
Its not a DIY unlock but its a lot cheaper (3 beers) that some things *cough*tethering*cough* that docomo rakes us over the coals for.

any luck on this? I know somebody had before and after shots of the locked and unlocked binaries. Probably not going to do much to reverse engineer 1 way hash, but it's something.

I believe I am this guinea pig... I had the first nv_data.bin 1 day before going to the NTT shop, and then I did the same thing after unlocking. I also asked the lady if she could give me the password just in case it locks itself up, and it is 18360815.
If any good soul out there (Odia? ChainFire? Somebody else?) can take a look at the hashes and update the SIM unlocking program, it would be amazing. Before unlocking I tried using the program from the market, but found neither the unlock or unfreeze code.
Good luck, guys!

has there been any progress or hope to unlock this phone for US carriers? I'm holding one in my hand that I'm only using as a game console.
What can I do with it after I root it? I would like to be able to retire the iphone and use this phone.

I tried to unlock at the docomo shop but they said I would need a japanese passport to unlock, and my new zealand passport is insufficient...
So anyone willing to help or know another way? I am leaving japan on tuesday evening so this is rather urgent, thank you.

contact me privately if you have an sc02c locked on hands
email me at [email protected]

123unlock said:
contact me privately if you have an sc02c locked on hands
email me at [email protected]
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you got something to share or you trying to sell some ****?

nakagusukumike said:
you got something to share or you trying to sell some ****?
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Wow.. thnx for you kind reply...
just searching for someone with phone on hands to make some test.. we may have an solution for this model...
but since your still in the angry reply and DYI mode I would not expect any help
i'll better buy one from ebay

123unlock said:
Wow.. thnx for you kind reply...
just searching for someone with phone on hands to make some test.. we may have an solution for this model...
but since your still in the angry reply and DYI mode I would not expect any help
i'll better buy one from ebay
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not angry at all, i'm totally willing to help as long as it's public, documented and free.

how is the progress on this one??

any updates regarding SC-02C? is it the same way on unlocking SC-02B?

got my SC-02C from rakuten. any hopes in unlocking this baby? just checked if it is locked by *#7465625# and it is. anyway this is bone stock. having 2.3.3 firmware. the kernel and baseband is KG5 btw. still reading on what is best to do with this.

bootloader unlock verizon pixel

I just had my Verizon pixel RMA through Google with a refurbished phone. Skipped through the setup without sim card or wifi and the OEM unlock was greyed out. Figured I'd give up and just roll stock. Inserted my sim and set up. Just checked again for ****s and giggles and I can toggle the setting to unlock the bootloader. On 7.1.2.

So? Quick, turn off automatic updates then go and actually unlock the bootloader.

jumaaneface said:
I just had my Verizon pixel RMA through Google with a refurbished phone. Skipped through the setup without sim card or wifi and the OEM unlock was greyed out. Figured I'd give up and just roll stock. Inserted my sim and set up. Just checked again for ****s and giggles and I can toggle the setting to unlock the bootloader. On 7.1.2.
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Yes, its been well documented that you can unlock your bootloader with a Google phone....

Verizon Bootloader Unlocked
Just got my Verizon Bootloader unlocked. Guy named Smail Amzdak did it. Got in contact with him on Facebook. He gave me instructions and address to pay $30 via Paypal and he did it all remotely. Took less than 5 minutes. The guy is honest and did a great job. Glad to have an Unlocked Bootloader again. :good::good:

wcaudle said:
Just got my Verizon Bootloader unlocked. Guy named Smail Amzdak did it. Got in contact with him on Facebook. He gave me instructions and address to pay $30 via Paypal and he did it all remotely. Took less than 5 minutes. The guy is honest and did a great job. Glad to have an Unlocked Bootloader again. :good::good:
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So are you promoting his pay for services model?
@mike chanonn

b00ster23 said:
So are you promoting his pay for services model?
@mike chanonn
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I am supporting someone who can unlock a bootloader on a Verizon Pixel phone. He has figured out something that no one else has done. I don't mind paying someone for a service if it benefits you. Do you?

wcaudle said:
I am supporting someone who can unlock a bootloader on a Verizon Pixel phone. He has figured out something that no one else has done. I don't mind paying someone for a service if it benefits you. Do you?
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Yes, I mind....especially when you promote it by violating the XDA rules
7. Do not sell or trade on the forums.
If you wish to advertise a product, simply contact us. We can provide ads but you are not permitted to just post it in the forums. If you do, it will be removed and you're likely to receive a ban.

I'm not trying to start any trouble. That is not what I came here for. I just wanted to let people know about this. I had to send in a Pixel phone back to Verizon that I had unlocked. I got back a phone that was bootloader locked and I thought I was done. I found this guy, from a post in this forum, and contacted him. I was skeptical at first, but I also wanted my bootloader unlocked so I took the risk. He did exactly as he said and now I'm happy. That is all. Sorry if that is against the rules.

b00ster23 said:
Yes, I mind....especially when you promote it by violating the XDA rules
7. Do not sell or trade on the forums.
If you wish to advertise a product, simply contact us. We can provide ads but you are not permitted to just post it in the forums. If you do, it will be removed and you're likely to receive a ban.
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I don't see him selling anything. Go look at the accessories part of the forums. Thousands of recommendations in there, just like this situation. It is not selling or trading, he is just saying it works and he thinks it will benefit other people. Leave it to the moderators to determine if posts follow the rules, they are looking I promise.

shagbag913 said:
I don't see him selling anything. Go look at the accessories part of the forums. Thousands of recommendations in there, just like this situation. It is not selling or trading, he is just saying it works and he thinks it will benefit other people. Leave it to the moderators to determine if posts follow the rules, they are looking I promise.
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Well, not directly for the poster selling anything. But the guy he's speaking of has been banned already. I'm not try to moderate, but certainly don't want this fantastic forum to turn into a place for "pay for service" advertisement. Whether it's done directly or indirectly. My intent here to do my part of maintaining an informational pass of ideas. Sorry to anyone if I come across anything different. This forum here has been a place of solitude, information, and passing theories back and forth. Have a great weekend everyone!

Can someone clarify something for me? Does dePixel currently work on the Verizon Pixel xl with the April security patch? I've tried a few times to unlock my bootloader with no success but I've heard sometimes it works after a few tries. Am I wasting my time?

amfiore628 said:
Can someone clarify something for me? Does dePixel currently work on the Verizon Pixel xl with the April security patch? I've tried a few times to unlock my bootloader with no success but I've heard sometimes it works after a few tries. Am I wasting my time?
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No. dePixel has not worked for over a year due to the exploit being patched in Android 7.1.1.

sliding_billy said:
No. dePixel has not worked for over a year due to the exploit being patched in Android 7.1.1.
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Thanks for replying!
If I'm reading things correctly, the only way to unlock it is to pay some shady person on FB? Lol So I'm stuck, I guess.

amfiore628 said:
Thanks for replying!
If I'm reading things correctly, the only way to unlock it is to pay some shady person on FB? Lol So I'm stuck, I guess.
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I don't think he is shady given the feedback that has shown up here from longtime XDA users. I got mine when dePixel was still working, but I would be comfortable with the method he is using. I just personally disagree with XDA becoming his personal advertisement space (even since he was banned for violation of XDA rules regarding using it for a for profit service).

amfiore628 said:
Thanks for replying!
If I'm reading things correctly, the only way to unlock it is to pay some shady person on FB? Lol So I'm stuck, I guess.
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If he is banned on here, he should tell us how to do it on Google+ or Telegram.

selw0nk said:
If he is banned on here, he should tell us how to do it on Google+ or Telegram.
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And how long after will Verizon/Google patch his method so it won't work anymore?

sliding_billy said:
I don't think he is shady given the feedback that has shown up here from longtime XDA users. I got mine when dePixel was still working, but I would be comfortable with the method he is using. I just personally disagree with XDA becoming his personal advertisement space (even since he was banned for violation of XDA rules regarding using it for a for profit service).
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Yeah, I voiced my concerns about this in the XL forums and basically got laughed at by some people. Just think turning rooting into a pay-to-play model and using the forums to advertise (he's not advertising, but plenty of people are for him) could be a slippery slop that could spell trouble.
But it sounds like the guy isn't shady. Just out to make money on the desperation of others.

b00ster23 said:
Yes, its been well documented that you can unlock your bootloader with a Google phone....
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^^^ This. We don't need a new thread every time someone finds a way to unlock their bootloader.
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