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Your EU Galaxy Tab in Mexico

I have a Sprint galaxy Tab ( best buy black friday ) and I still can't make it work in Mexico with Iusacell one of the major carriers in my country. No internet, no phone calls, no SMS
Anyway I'm creating this thread as a centralized knwoledge point for all the people that have EU galaxy tabs (any carrier) and want to share their expiriences making work this device in Mexico.

My is from verizon, one tech guy at iusacell configure mine, is fully working but i need to pay a fee to him... Im from monterrey.
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deslaqueala y ya ponle el euro room listo.

lasvegasx said:
deslaqueala y ya ponle el euro room listo.
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does the rom work on the verizon tab?

I could´t even activate mine, its from Sprint, when I tried to activate to iusacell, they said that the MEID appears as invalid. Somebody could tell me what else could I try to activate my GTab ? Thanks!

If you try to put an Euro Rom on it, that surely will brick your device as long as Euro is GSM and yours is CDMA.
By the way, so sad to read that you had to pay someone to configure your GT, I could configure mine in less than 15 minutes , but my bad luck , iusacell system wont let activate ESN for my Tab, cause is a newer one, think I will have to sell it or wait untill ESN becomes avaliable for activation in iusacell´s system db . Would someone want to get a cheap Galaxy Tab ? xDDDD

youtashiro said:
If you try to put an Euro Rom on it, that surely will brick your device as long as Euro is GSM and yours is CDMA.
By the way, so sad to read that you had to pay someone to configure your GT, I could configure mine in less than 15 minutes , but my bad luck , iusacell system wont let activate ESN for my Tab, cause is a newer one, think I will have to sell it or wait untill ESN becomes avaliable for activation in iusacell´s system db . Would someone want to get a cheap Galaxy Tab ? xDDDD
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Hi there...i'm from italy... i would like to buy a gtab from sprint and i've not interest in phone functionality...
It could work just like a "normal" wifi device without any kind of activation???
thanx in advance...

spino1970 said:
Hi there...i'm from italy... i would like to buy a gtab from sprint and i've not interest in phone functionality...
It could work just like a "normal" wifi device without any kind of activation???
thanx in advance...
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Yes you can. I bougth mine in best buy and told the seller that I dont wanted any data plan. Anyway the device tries to activate when you power on but you can put it in airplain mode to avoid this.

youtashiro said:
If you try to put an Euro Rom on it, that surely will brick your device as long as Euro is GSM and yours is CDMA.
By the way, so sad to read that you had to pay someone to configure your GT, I could configure mine in less than 15 minutes , but my bad luck , iusacell system wont let activate ESN for my Tab, cause is a newer one, think I will have to sell it or wait untill ESN becomes avaliable for activation in iusacell´s system db . Would someone want to get a cheap Galaxy Tab ? xDDDD
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Do you have an old phone with 3g?
Change the SGT esn to the old phones.

youtashiro said:
If you try to put an Euro Rom on it, that surely will brick your device as long as Euro is GSM and yours is CDMA.
By the way, so sad to read that you had to pay someone to configure your GT, I could configure mine in less than 15 minutes , but my bad luck , iusacell system wont let activate ESN for my Tab, cause is a newer one, think I will have to sell it or wait untill ESN becomes avaliable for activation in iusacell´s system db . Would someone want to get a cheap Galaxy Tab ? xDDDD
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Welll it depends how much cheap it will be and if you can ship it to italy
I'm near Rome, and if the price is right, i could make a think about it

youtashiro said:
If you try to put an Euro Rom on it, that surely will brick your device as long as Euro is GSM and yours is CDMA.
By the way, so sad to read that you had to pay someone to configure your GT, I could configure mine in less than 15 minutes , but my bad luck , iusacell system wont let activate ESN for my Tab, cause is a newer one, think I will have to sell it or wait untill ESN becomes avaliable for activation in iusacell´s system db . Would someone want to get a cheap Galaxy Tab ? xDDDD
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I think they change esn to put it in the system, i got free internet also!!
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SGT of Verizon does not work at 3G in IUSACELL
alfrediio said:
My is from verizon, one tech guy at iusacell configure mine, is fully working but i need to pay a fee to him... Im from monterrey.
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Hi, does your SGT of Verizon works in 3G in Iusacell or only works on 1X?

3g!! At first the guy from iusacell put it in 1x only, but i bring the galaxy tab again and is working like a champ!
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alfrediio said:
3g!! At first the guy from iusacell put it in 1x only, but i bring the galaxy tab again and is working like a champ!
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Could you tell me how to change the parameters of the PPP Config in the GT of Verizon. when i try to write the IUSACELL parameters, this are rewiter by another of Verizon.
Thanks in advance.

T-Mobile to at&t

Ok I want to change but I want to keep my phone when I put a at&t sim in its ask for a code please help
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vegasdgk said:
Ok I want to change but I want to keep my phone when I put a at&t sim in its ask for a code please help
Sent from the sky #JETS FOOL
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Search for GSM UNLOCK HD2. If you are on T-Mobile call them and request unlock code - it's free. If you got your phone on ebay used or somethign they may not do it - therefore, you need to pay around I think 20-30$ to get code from ebay -0 then you'll be all set.
BTW - HD2 will have only EDGE speed on AT&T network.
If you can get Samsung Vibrant or Galaxy S 4G - both of those can be unlocked and do support 3G ATT network.

So how would this work on android?
Sent from the sky #JETS FOOL

vegasdgk said:
So how would this work on android?
Sent from the sky #JETS FOOL
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You obtain a code (buy or get it from T-Mobile) then insert At&t sim card into your phone, turn it on and it will ask you for it...
OMG I am so smart... jk - easy shiii dude,,,

Could i install another firmware (rom) instead of Verizon to s7 edge?

Hello Dears;
My cousen was bought S7 Edge from Verizon to me. I am living in Turkey. (Europe) And i would like to use rom with Turkish language.
As i know, all s7 edge phones selling with exynos processor in Turkey & Europe. Also they have different rom than USA.
I just want to install new rom which has been using on Europe. Could i change it? Is it possible or not?
Why not? / Why yes? Waiting for your answers. Thank you for all supports...

kaganmit said:
Hello Dears;
My cousen was bought S7 Edge from Verizon to me. I am living in Turkey. (Europe) And i would like to use rom with Turkish language.
As i know, all s7 edge phones selling with exynos processor in Turkey & Europe. Also they have different rom than USA.
I just want to install new rom which has been using on Europe. Could i change it? Is it possible or not?
Why not? / Why yes? Waiting for your answers. Thank you for all supports...
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Not possible. Biggest reason, all European (actually anything not from North America or China) S7's are Exynos variants, all US (including verizon) ones are Qualcomm. Different architecture, different kernels, different ROMS. But aside from that, the Verizon one (same with all US ones) are bootloader locked, with signature checks on flash, meaning if the ROM isn't signed by Verizon (or maybe by specific Samsung keys) it won't flash on your phone.
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Thank you very much _Dennis_ for your perfect answer. I just need to be sure one more thinks;
* When i try to open my phone, i see verizon logo on boot. Are there any way to possible not see to that logo?
* The phone is giving "SIM car is not from Verizon Wireless" notification on all restarts. Also i don't want to see this notification automatically!
* I would like to use HD Voice feature but i couldn't As i understood, i need a Verizon Wireless account to enable this option. But i don't Do you know any way to open this option without Verizon account. Or any way to create account on Verizon Wireless without Verizon number. Because of we just using Turkish carriers gsm card on Turkey as well.
Thank you for your all supports and answer again.

kaganmit said:
Thank you very much _Dennis_ for your perfect answer. I just need to be sure one more thinks;
* When i try to open my phone, i see verizon logo on boot. Are there any way to possible not see to that logo?
* The phone is giving "SIM car is not from Verizon Wireless" notification on all restarts. Also i don't want to see this notification automatically!
* I would like to use HD Voice feature but i couldn't As i understood, i need a Verizon Wireless account to enable this option. But i don't Do you know any way to open this option without Verizon account. Or any way to create account on Verizon Wireless without Verizon number. Because of we just using Turkish carriers gsm card on Turkey as well.
Thank you for your all supports and answer again.
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1: No, you need to change the boot animation for this and that is not possible without root.
2: No, again root is needed to modify system files. Or open a Verizon account.
3: Again no, you need a Verizon account to create one and a sim card to use their HD capable network.
Sorry for all the negative answers but that's the way it is with a locked phone and not on the phones network. #2 is a bit silly because the phone is network unlocked but they still do this to us.

Misterxtc said:
1: No, you need to change the boot animation for this and that is not possible without root.
2: No, again root is needed to modify system files. Or open a Verizon account.
3: Again no, you need a Verizon account to create one and a sim card to use their HD capable network.
Sorry for all the negative answers but that's the way it is with a locked phone and not on the phones network. #2 is a bit silly because the phone is network unlocked but they still do this to us.
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But my phone is unlocked :S That is how i using in Turkey with Turkish sim cards!

kaganmit said:
But my phone is unlocked :S That is how i using in Turkey with Turkish sim cards!
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He means a bootloader locked phone. You can still have a sim unlocked phone, which you do, with a locked bootloader, which is preventing you from changing the things you want to.
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kaganmit said:
But my phone is unlocked :S That is how i using in Turkey with Turkish sim cards!
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It doesn't matter if it's carrier unlocked it's still Verizon branded. Like I said it's silly but that's the way they operate. We need it bootloader unlocked and then all these annoyances can be fixed. Until then we are stuck with what we have. Your only other option is to sell the phone you have and purchase one for the carrier you are currently on. Other than that you will have to put up with the sim card message and no HD calls.

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It doesn't matter if it's carrier unlocked it's still Verizon branded. Like I said it's silly but that's the way they operate. We need it bootloader unlocked and then all these annoyances can be fixed. Until then we are stuck with what we have. Your only other option is to sell the phone you have and purchase one for the carrier you are currently on. Other than that you will have to put up with the sim card message and no HD calls.
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I prefer to use it like this options Because of this phone is so expensive (approximately 1000€) in Turkey. Thank you for answer Have a nice day...

kaganmit said:
I prefer to use it like this options Because of this phone is so expensive (approximately 1000€) in Turkey. Thank you for answer Have a nice day...
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You are welcome. It's definitely not worth the loss of so much money. For the difference you could probable buy a nice used unlocked phone off Swappa. Good luck.

Mobile Networks Are Currently Blocked..?

Hey everyone, I could really use some help. (Sorry if this is in the wrong place)
I'm in the USA, on Verizon. I got a note FE the other day (SM-N935L) and went to put in the sim card but it keeps telling me the mobile networks are currently blocked and to contact customer service but I can't do that because I can't currently make calls or have data. Any help would be appreciated. If you need more info to possibly help, just let me know.
Thank you

This device doesn't work for Verizon or sprint it's GSM only.

scrumptyous said:
This device doesn't work for Verizon or sprint it's GSM only.
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Well... darn it... Do any of the models? And why doesn't it work? (Just asking so I can learn)

Jedibkj said:
Well... darn it... Do any of the models? And why doesn't it work? (Just asking so I can learn)
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Probably not,AT&T & T-Mobile are your best bets for using international phones on their networks & associated MVNOs.
Not trying to sound like a jerk,but,Google is your friend on the subject.
Here's a fairly recent write up giving a Readers Digest summary:
https://www.whistleout.com/CellPhon...y-verizon-sprint-phone-on-a-different-network
Also,try these sites for specific device compatibility:
https://www.frequencycheck.com/
https://willmyphonework.net/
@Jedibkj :
Here's another older article attempting to clear the air on the subject of Verizon & phones from elsewhere/not branded/specific to their network:
https://www.cnet.com/news/bringing-your-own-smartphone-to-verizon-what-do-i-need-to-worry-about/
Also,here's Verizon's BYOD Compatibility page:
https://www.verizonwireless.com/bring-your-own-device/

Jedibkj said:
Well... darn it... Do any of the models? And why doesn't it work? (Just asking so I can learn)
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Yeah as stated above google helps you out tons when you are in the market for a new device. I never looked for international devices or non-carrier branded phones while I was with Verizon and Sprint they are CDMA and most unlocked devices are GSM. For me I just knew for most functions to work on my phone they had to have the sprint or verizon logo on them some where.
I have not looked back since I left both of the above companies because I feel I have so many more options now. There are others who have made the same mistake and I have seen their listings on ebay. There are lots of people looking for this device so at least you can get your money back by selling it if you need to. (swappa is a good option for selling as well)

Thank you for all the info! I thought it was CDMA compatible but I guess I was wrong.. :/ I need to check more before buying! Live and learn I guess... I'll probably end up reselling it.
Thank you for all the help!

My K model gets full LTE signal and bars on Cricket. I'm in Phoenix.

Factory Unlocked S8 (US cellular) on Verizon?

I have a chance to nab a US cellular S8 from someone on the cheap and i was wondering if it could work with verizon?
Just looking to make sure it uses the same voice bands and same lte bands

All US s8 are the same internally.

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All US s8 are the same internally.
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Hello
Is it true that all new 4G LTE from US Cellular are factory unlocked? I'm asking this because I was thinking about buying one Galaxy S8 from a seller and the picture of the device box says "US Cellular" but he doesn't know if it will work on other carriers or not.
My intention is to use it on South America where I reside, using a GSM carrier named "CLARO".
Any thoughts if this is a risky purchase? I can see printed on the box a code SMG950UKAU if that helps. Thanks in advance for any help.

peculia said:
Hello
Is it true that all new 4G LTE from US Cellular are factory unlocked? I'm asking this because I was thinking about buying one Galaxy S8 from a seller and the picture of the device box says "US Cellular" but he doesn't know if it will work on other carriers or not.
My intention is to use it on South America where I reside, using a GSM carrier named "CLARO".
Any thoughts if this is a risky purchase? I can see printed on the box a code SMG950UKAU if that helps. Thanks in advance for any help.
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I will work over sea well, as far as internet you need to check the carrier you intend use it on.

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I will work over sea well, as far as internet you need to check the carrier you intend use it on.
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Thanks for your reply, my biggest doubt is if it will ask for unlock code when I pop in a CLARO sim card.

Can you check the device before actually buying it?
If it's unboxed and you can use and test the device, then you can check its lock leve with a GSM card, regardless if is att, tmobile or claro (with which you intend to use your device).
You can check the lock level by following these steps:
https://www.unlockunit.com/help/knowledgebase/how-to-check-if-your-samsung-is-network-locked/

RossTeagan said:
Can you check the device before actually buying it?
If it's unboxed and you can use and test the device, then you can check its lock leve with a GSM card, regardless if is att, tmobile or claro (with which you intend to use your device).
You can check the lock level by following these steps:
https://www.unlockunit.com/help/knowledgebase/how-to-check-if-your-samsung-is-network-locked/
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Hi, unfortunatelly no, I can't check the device before buying, specially because the seller says it is sealed in box.

peculia said:
Hi, unfortunatelly no, I can't check the device before buying, specially because the seller says it is sealed in box.
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I would proceed with care if I were you and try always to test a phone before buying it. Especially if you get from a 3rd party.