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Hi everyone!
It's my first post on this forum.
I've bought a new(even not unboxed) android on Ebay and there is one small problem to start it. Forst i need to unlock it, but for do it I need to start the phone, but the phone is asking me to register or login into google account. i can't register or login, because the internet connection is not avaliable in my country. Can someone please help me with this???
Thank you!
i didnt know that u need to go through the activation process to enter the unlock code, if that's true, your so screwed
Have you put in a sim card yet? any sim card?
If you put in your sim card (non-tmobile) it should ask for unlock code first.
neoobs said:
Have you put in a sim card yet? any sim card?
If you put in your sim card (non-tmobile) it should ask for unlock code first.
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It's not asking me any unlock code, in every g1 after you can start using the phone you need to register or login to g-mail
Arthur_rus said:
It's not asking me any unlock code, in every g1 after you can start using the phone you need to register or login to g-mail
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I will ask again... have you put in a sim card?
Arthur_rus said:
It's not asking me any unlock code, in every g1 after you can start using the phone you need to register or login to g-mail
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Pls refer to this manual written in your native language
http://use-android.ru/posts/anlok-t-mobile-g1
Hi Arthur_rus,
I don't know if you solved the problem you had with your android phone, i think you will find what you want here -
http://www.fixya.com/support/p982210-google_android
They have good Android support, if this doesn't help, try there HTC G1 support, it's free and easy.
Let me know hoe it turned out.
take care.
Hi All,
There have been many confused members (especially the noobs) who do not understand the difference between unlocking and debranding so I wanted to start this thread to clarify this matter once and for all.
Debranding/Flashing: : This is when you flash some firmware other than your original operator's FW. For example, if you have an AT&T or O2 branded X10, when you flash/debrand generic fw (or any other fw of your choosing) you simply get rid of the "branded" software pre-loaded on your phone. Hence, the term "de-branding". This does not mean that your phone is unlocked. You will still have to use your original operator's SIM card, like AT&T or O2, to use your phone EVEN AFTER flashing/debranding your handset.
Unlocking: This is when you "network unlock" your phone and are able to use it with any GSM operator you choose other than your original operator. For example, you have an AT&T or O2 branded X10 and you want to use it on T-Mobile US or UK, can you do that after simply flashing/debranding? The answer is NO. Why? Because your phone still requires a special code to be entered before it becomes network unlocked. For further reading, please go here.
Rooting: Rooting is a process that allows users of cellphones, and other devices, running the Android operating system to attain privileged control (known as "root access") within Android's Linux subsystem, similar to jailbreaking on Apple devices running the iOS operating system, overcoming limitations that the carriers and manufacturers put on such phones. Rooting makes it possible to use custom versions of the Android system such as CyanogenMod, supporting features unavailable in stock ROMs. It also allows for newer versions of Android not supplied by the original device manufacturer. Source: Wikipedia
Debranding, unlocking and rooting are mutually exclusive.
FAQs:
1. If I flash to generic firmware using Bin4ry's flash tool, will I unlock my phone?
No, you will simply debrand your phone but, you will still need to get the unlock code.
2. If I debrand my phone and then unlock it but, I would like to go back to my original branded firmware, will my phone become re-locked to that network again?
No, once you unlock your phone, it will remain that way no matter what firmware you flash in the future.
3. How do I know if my phone is network unlocked?
The simple way is to pop in another operator's SIM card, for example you have an AT&T branded X10a, then you can use a T-Mobile SIM card. If your phone reboots and you do not get a "enter code" screen and you see that you are connected to the T-Mobile network then your phone is network unlocked and can be used with any GSM operator.
Another way is to go into the hidden service menu. In the lock screen (the one with the swype animation) press the following sequence of buttons (Home, Back, Back, Home, Back, Home, Home, Back). If you are on 1.6 replace Home with Menu. Then go to service info --> SIM lock. In the top line, if you find this [X] Network 10, then your phone is locked. If you find this [ ] Network 10, then your phone is unlocked.
4. How can I get my unlock code?
There are a few sites from which people were successful in getting their unlock codes like MobileInCanada and CellUnlocker. There is also a thread by Xda-member "Lancez" here who can provide unlock codes for a fee. Currently, there is no known method of unlocking your phone for free.
I hope I have clarified this matter for everyone.
this should clarify the unlocking scene
Lancez said:
this should clarify the unlocking scene
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I hope so!
Well, thanks for the info; however, what I wanted to know was the "technology" behind the lock codes which can survive after flashing. What do they use to keep them safe? In which part of the software is the code stored? or most likely, the code should be hardcoded then.
albiore said:
Well, thanks for the info; however, what I wanted to know was the "technology" behind the lock codes which can survive after flashing. What do they use to keep them safe? In which part of the software is the code stored? or most likely, the code should be hardcoded then.
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Google is your friend. You can start here though.
batman_112 said:
Google is your friend. You can start here though.
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Once again Batman, you post exactly what I was looking for 3-4 days after I was looking for it. I'm gonna take a few days off and come back, so all my questions will have already been answered. ;-)
Thanks for all your help!
Sent from my X10a using XDA App
agentJBM said:
Once again Batman, you post exactly what I was looking for 3-4 days after I was looking for it. I'm gonna take a few days off and come back, so all my questions will have already been answered. ;-)
Thanks for all your help!
Sent from my X10a using XDA App
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Next time just flash the Bat signal
Hello, I have a question.
I have a x10a locke, so, I go to cellularunlocker.net and pay 39.99$ for the software... and make the unlock... later of reboot, my x10 can be used on any carrier...
so my question is::
if SE make a new update of software and base band:
my info:
Model: x10a
version firmware: 2.1-update1
baseband version: 2.0.46
Kernel Version: [email protected]#1
Build number: 2.0.A.0.504
if a do on the future a update to 2.2 exameple if SE done the update and my baseband too recivied the update. my phone will be lock again?
thanks and sorry my bad English
roghax said:
Hello, I have a question.
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Which is answered in the first post...
batman_112 said:
2. If I debrand my phone and then unlock it but, I would like to go back to my original branded firmware, will my phone become re-locked to that network again?
No, once you unlock your phone, it will remain that way no matter what firmware you flash in the future.
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roghax said:
Hello, I have a question.
I have a x10a locke, so, I go to cellularunlocker.net and pay 39.99$ for the software... and make the unlock... later of reboot, my x10 can be used on any carrier...
so my question is::
if SE make a new update of software and base band:
my info:
Model: x10a
version firmware: 2.1-update1
baseband version: 2.0.46
Kernel Version: [email protected]#1
Build number: 2.0.A.0.504
if a do on the future a update to 2.2 exameple if SE done the update and my baseband too recivied the update. my phone will be lock again?
thanks and sorry my bad English
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No, it will not be locked again.
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Which is answered in the first post...
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I think people are too lazy to read through the whole post! Thanks!
Updated first post to add definition of rooting.
hahaha! probably right! some people don't read thouroghly. they just read through the articles... everything here has been thoroughly discussed though... thanks!
rjumonong said:
hahaha! probably right! some people don't read thouroghly. they just read through the articles... everything here has been thoroughly discussed though... thanks!
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Yes. If you use the search option, you will find what you are looking for 99% of the time. Sometimes people are just too lazy to do it.
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Yes. If you use the search option, you will find what you are looking for 99% of the time. Sometimes people are just too lazy to do it.
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I think there was a typo above. It is more like 9% of the time. Lol. Unless you type exactly word for word the results often send you to completely different forums, even though it says "search this forum". Test it yourself... Search using XDA search button and then do a Google Search. Google is much better, for me anyway.
agentJBM said:
I think there was a typo above. It is more like 9% of the time. Lol. Unless you type exactly word for word the results often send you to completely different forums, even though it says "search this forum". Test it yourself... Search using XDA search button and then do a Google Search. Google is much better, for me anyway.
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Well, you need some practice before you can get it to work for you and not against you! But, Google is always your friend!
Good writeup. I need to do an FAQ too but I've just been too busy.
Users can use the diagnostic menu to check lock status:
BluechipJ said:
Good writeup. I need to do an FAQ too but I've just been too busy.
Users can use the diagnostic menu to check lock status:
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I don't think that's correct. My x10 has 0 next to Sim but it's definitely locked to t-mobile. There's an X in the box next to where it says network for locked phones.
Deniz.S said:
I don't think that's correct. My x10 has 0 next to Sim but it's definitely locked to t-mobile. There's an X in the box next to where it says network for locked phones.
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The [X] means it is locked. The 0 means that you have 0 attempts left to enter the unlock code. You get 10 in a new phone. Did you enter the codes too many times or did you buy your phone pre-owned?
What is the hidden unlock for ATT SM N910a? ive gone through the unlock code process through ATT and CellularUlock.net and got a code and it wont.
My phone is on 5.0.1 I really hope you can help with this.
Im currently working on a thread for the service menu for this device and need help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4-att/help/network-lock-menu-via-service-menu-t3205101
Hi I want to sim unlock my hd2, and then install Nandroid operating system onto it. Will this effect the sim unlock? , was talking to a man in a shop and he said it might. Its one I have for sale and someone wants this doing to it, Its locked to T mobile uk at the moment.
p.s did do a quick search but am at work so shouldnt be on her
Thanks
Short answer is NO.
If you want to sim unlock your device you need to contact your provider.
Go to a store where they can unlock it for you or buy a code on the internet.
Good Luck
thanks for the reply, but what i meant was if i have it unlocked, then install nandroid will this remove the sim unlock?
No, i can guarantee you it wont. I got mine unlocked and had no problem switching SIM cards in WP7, Android or WM 6.5 . Cheers.
quick question to anyone that can answer this....
can you sim unlock while android is installed..i called tmobile requested the code but dkno if i can unlock with android running
I'm not 100% guaranteed, but i think that even runing android you can unlock your phone
I'd assume that you would be able to once Android recognizes your IMEI so yeah it should work.
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doorfixer said:
I'm not 100% guaranteed, but i think that even runing android you can unlock your phone
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This is exactly what I did, so I can guarantee that unlocking from android works perfectly.
Problem solved.
Next time POST IN THE RIGHT SECTION!!
pls close this thread
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i can second that, it does work with android installed just unlocked my hd2 and its running hyperdroidgbx cm7 thanks
and re-flashing WM??
mumblyomod said:
This is exactly what I did, so I can guarantee that unlocking from android works perfectly.
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Hi, and if i will re-flash a WM ROM???
the unlock will be?
Let's say this once, for the benefit of anyone else who reads this thread:
SIM UNLOCKING YOUR HD2 IS UNAFFECTED BY ROM CHANGES.
Once you SIM unlock the device, regardless of operating system currently installed, it will stay SIM unlocked even through ROM changes, including WP7/Android/WM6.5/etc/etc.
Hello,
Would somebody advise if the HSPL 2.08 unlocks the HD2 to use with different carrier? Long time ago I unlocked my T-Mobile HD to be used with custom ROMs. Today I switched service from T-Mobile to AT&T and found HD2 asking me for unlock PIN. I thought the phone was carrier unlocked with HSPL.
Is there a way to get the unlock pin for the phone for free,besides calling T-Mobile?
Thanks
No!
HSPL only unlocks it to be flashed to another ROM.
In your case you need a sim/network unlock code.
If you have a contract with TMobile you should ask them an unlock code, otherwise you should buy one on-line(ebay or whatever).
That's what I figured. Thanks for clarification.
what if it does not ask for PIN still shows no network
what if it does not ask for PIN still shows no network
microcell said:
That's what I figured. Thanks for clarification.
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jhakjhuk1853 said:
what if it does not ask for PIN still shows no network
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Could be a few things.
But some questions first.
1) Are you on Winmo or Android or WP7?
2) Are you 100% sure your SIM card is in the phone correctly?
I am on Winmo also have tried using wp7 and android but no luck
orangekid said:
Could be a few things.
But some questions first.
1) Are you on Winmo or Android or WP7?
2) Are you 100% sure your SIM card is in the phone correctly?
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When i pop in my t-mobile sim card, the phone does not recognize it or prompt me for a network code or anything ? anyone know of someone or a service to sim unlock the sprint variant ? Thank you
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I'm also trying to figure this out, as I am not able to even connect to T-Mobiles server to trigger the unlock. All that my unlock app does is just sit there with a spinning wheel and say " connecting to server, please wait " , so if I cannot get passed that than I'm screwed cause it's gotta at least prompt me if I want to unlock permanently or temporary. Darn thing just keeps spinning like I'm blocked from even connecting. Can someone who is rooted check to see if their phone will prompt for an unlock or not? Thanks in advance!
anasrocks said:
When i pop in my t-mobile sim card, the phone does not recognize it or prompt me for a network code or anything ? anyone know of someone or a service to sim unlock the sprint variant ? Thank you
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If the T-Mobile unlock app is on the Sprint version (Which I doubt) use this site https://www.unlockbase.com/phone-unlocking-service/tmobile-device-unlock-app-official-unlock/ otherwise you might contact them and find out if they can sim unlock it another way. Or sideload the T-Mobile Unlock app and see if it works that way (I doubt this would work but you never know til you try)
shojus said:
I'm also trying to figure this out, as I am not able to even connect to T-Mobiles server to trigger the unlock. All that my unlock app does is just sit there with a spinning wheel and say " connecting to server, please wait " , so if I cannot get passed that than I'm screwed cause it's gotta at least prompt me if I want to unlock permanently or temporary. Darn thing just keeps spinning like I'm blocked from even connecting. Can someone who is rooted check to see if their phone will prompt for an unlock or not? Thanks in advance!
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If you are rooted, it can detect it and it will stay on the spinning wheel. Only way I got it to work was to restore to stock no root and it worked (It kept giving me a unlock not available until I bought the unlock service from https://www.unlockbase.com/phone-unlocking-service/tmobile-device-unlock-app-official-unlock/ )
Dirty Santa sim unlocks the Sprint variant,not sure for T-Mobile
DarkestSpawn said:
If the T-Mobile unlock app is on the Sprint version (Which I doubt) use this site https://www.unlockbase.com/phone-unlocking-service/tmobile-device-unlock-app-official-unlock/ otherwise you might contact them and find out if they can sim unlock it another way. Or sideload the T-Mobile Unlock app and see if it works that way (I doubt this would work but you never know til you try)
If you are rooted, it can detect it and it will stay on the spinning wheel. Only way I got it to work was to restore to stock no root and it worked (It kept giving me a unlock not available until I bought the unlock service from https://www.unlockbase.com/phone-unlocking-service/tmobile-device-unlock-app-official-unlock/ )
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I was thinking that it was because I was rooted , so I guess I will try and restore to an unrooted state and see if that makes a difference.
I found a guy on ebay who supposedly can unlock the Sprint V20 for $50.
preilly44 said:
I found a guy on ebay who supposedly can unlock the Sprint V20 for $50.
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can u post a link or the guys name?
papoose515 said:
can u post a link or the guys name?
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Don't bother. All he will do is already what you can do. Root your phone and use the US996 Rom on it(btw try that.)
me2151 said:
Don't bother. All he will do is already what you can do. Root your phone and use the US996 Rom on it(btw try that.)
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so the us996rom is sim unlocked?
papoose515 said:
so the us996rom is sim unlocked?
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The US996 roms are from an unlocked device. so yea.
anasrocks said:
When i pop in my t-mobile sim card, the phone does not recognize it or prompt me for a network code or anything ? anyone know of someone or a service to sim unlock the sprint variant ? Thank you
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is the phone paid off in full? no more monthly obligation? if not that's the reason you can't unlock. it's because you don't own the phone sprint does. NO ONE can get a device unlocked from distributor without full payment fulfillment.
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djnikkofb said:
is the phone paid off in full? no more monthly obligation? if not that's the reason you can't unlock. it's because you don't own the phone sprint does. NO ONE can get a device unlocked from distributor without full payment fulfillment.
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It works fine if you have a rom thats unlocked(for some unknown reason.)
Anything on this?!!! Im about to buy a service but when I pop another sim it doesn't prompt the unlock code screen I heard there's a way to manually get there any help?! Dirty Santa does the trick I heard but rooting the v20 is not easy and I heard lots of side effects
Anyone can unlock Sprint LG V20 remotly ? by anasrocks
me2151 said:
It works fine if you have a rom thats unlocked(for some unknown reason.)
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Can the T-Mobile LG v2o use that rom?
boss315man315 said:
Can the T-Mobile LG v2o use that rom?
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You can try it. i dont know if it will or wont work.
me2151 said:
You can try it. i dont know if it will or wont work.
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So did the ROM let you use any carrier sim?
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So did the ROM let you use any carrier sim?
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Supposedly yes. i never tested it.
yes sprint unlocks it remotely that is what they did with mine, once I called in they had you run the uicc unlock option in updates. it will say uicc unlocked successfully.
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If you are rooted, it can detect it and it will stay on the spinning wheel. Only way I got it to work was to restore to stock no root and it worked (It kept giving me a unlock not available until I bought the unlock service from https://www.unlockbase.com/phone-unlocking-service/tmobile-device-unlock-app-official-unlock/ )
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I have this the same spinning wheel Iand Im unable to unlock my phone. Is it hard to go back to stock and redo it again?