I recently got a second Defy from Orange UK as they were selling it for £99 PAYG
I searched the forum and the net to get it unlocked as her sim is on Virgin mobile.
Best advice seemed to suggest using sellers on bay so I found one and ordered on 31st Dec.
On 3rd no email with code so sent seller email to which I got reply saying should get it today tomorrow.
Tomorrow came and no code so sent email but got no reply.
Sent an email requesting code again today to which I got following reply.
"Yes I know that. Moto is down, would you like to cancel. Otherwise we have to wait until i hear back when they are going to be providing codes again. THis is Worldwide so noone can get codes"
Could anyone clarify if this is true and if you can suggest places to get it unlocked ASAP.
My defy is an orange UK model and I too have a virgin sim. Got mine unlocked from eBay seller from the US. Took about 10 days. A little research beforehand looked like the Motorola servers are the only place to generate the unlock codes. I would wait unless you suspect a dodgy seller.
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Yep the seller I chose on eBay is from the US too 'freedomobile-comm'
Guess I am just a bit frustraited that he didn't inform me of the issue and is still listing on eBay.
Mine was from Swift unlocks who also go as Unlockfusion. Make sure you get a 16 digit code (I think) as the old Motos were only about an 8 digit unlock code. Good luck.
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There is a free unlock method available by the way. It's the one from a Russian forum, but many people don't seem to be able to make it work...
I'll put up info on it tomorrow for anyone wanting to just get going with their phone
It's not permanent and doesn't replace the code. But it gets round it. It works on CM7, and perhaps other ROMs if you follow the instructions I wrote today.
Any chance of the guide mate as I'm still waiting for a reply on the purchased code.
Do you know if it works on the stock rom?.
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Any chance of the guide mate as I'm still waiting for a reply on the purchased code.
Do you know if it works on the stock rom?.
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I will upload the info. What baseband do you have just now?
I need you to post your /system/bootmenu/2nd-init/ (file with umts in the name).rc
This requires you to be rooted, using 2nd init
Search for 'soft unlock defy' on XDA and you will get the link. Not a permanent unlock.
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Phones not rooted as its brand new.
I've not rooted my other defy or this new one as it seems more complicated than I am used to.
I've still not got a reply from the code seller as to when he is likely to get code from Motorola.
Its never been so difficult to get a phone unlocked.
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Phones not rooted as its brand new.
I've not rooted my other defy or this new one as it seems more complicated than I am used to.
I've still not got a reply from the code seller as to when he is likely to get code from Motorola.
Its never been so difficult to get a phone unlocked.
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I got a code fine from mine. Order placed on Thursday night (9pm UK time), with a Canadian seller. It arrived Monday at about 9am. Not bad considering they go by working days.
Regarding soft unlock, it's same method posted here.
I just updated it to work on more recent ROMs by editing the init.rc file up suitably.
For the record, just add the line starting the service bp_ptc, in the same place as in the example one. Use the binary for your baseband.
And it requires root. In theory this should work on any rom provided you edit the ROMs init.rc file suitably...
Code finally arrived last night and worked, so all sorted now.
Purchased on eBay on 31/12/11
Received code on 12/01/12
11 emails sent
5 received
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I've got a Motorola Flipout locked to Orange UK. I tried everything to get it unlocked but without success. I tried several unlock code services but their codes all didn't work. Then I bought a X-SIM IV unlock sim-card which is placed between the sim-card and the phone. The phone then didn't ask for an unlock code but I could not register anymore into the network.
Is there any other solution to unlock the phone? Maybe there is a software solution like for the Samsung Galaxy S?
onstom said:
I've got a Motorola Flipout locked to Orange UK. I tried everything to get it unlocked but without success. I tried several unlock code services but their codes all didn't work. Then I bought a X-SIM IV unlock sim-card which is placed between the sim-card and the phone. The phone then didn't ask for an unlock code but I could not register anymore into the network.
Is there any other solution to unlock the phone? Maybe there is a software solution like for the Samsung Galaxy S?
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I searched around some for you, and all I found was sites where you'd have to pay about $10 to get a code... not sure if there is any other way right now
I've tried two companies who've both given me the same unlock codes which don't work!! not good! Will report back if I find a solution.
onstom said:
I've got a Motorola Flipout locked to Orange UK. I tried everything to get it unlocked but without success. I tried several unlock code services but their codes all didn't work. Then I bought a X-SIM IV unlock sim-card which is placed between the sim-card and the phone. The phone then didn't ask for an unlock code but I could not register anymore into the network.
Is there any other solution to unlock the phone? Maybe there is a software solution like for the Samsung Galaxy S?
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Glad you posted this, I'm thinking about getting the flipout from orange uk but I want to use my t mobile sim. What have orange said about an unlock code for it?
Orange wants you to be a customer for at least 3 month to get an unlock code from them (see help.orange.co.uk/orangeuk/support/personal/474187).
onstom said:
Orange wants you to be a customer for at least 3 month to get an unlock code from them (see help.orange.co.uk/orangeuk/support/personal/474187).
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Wow. 3 months is a long wait. I might have to consider buying a sim free handset.
The unlock code companies on the internet usually get a new database on a regular basis (not sure how regular) to accommodate new handsets it could be worth emailing them to see when a working code may be available.
any luck on finding a service to unlock this phone yet
every site i find seems dodgy
Tiger33 said:
any luck on finding a service to unlock this phone yet
every site i find seems dodgy
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Yeah, I don't think there's a really good, reputable site yet, just looked myself
theimpaler747 said:
Yeah, I don't think there's a really good, reputable site yet, just looked myself
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yeah seems so :-(
very strange...
thought it would have been a siple remote unlock :-(
Tiger33 said:
yeah seems so :-(
very strange...
thought it would have been a siple remote unlock :-(
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If I find something I'll certainly let everyone know!
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If I find something I'll certainly let everyone know!
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i need to get this unlocked just bought one from orange they gave me £30 discount as i am a payandgo customer already £149,99 with the topup all in.
Ive tried two methods
1) requesting codes (two of) from World-unlock.net
2) taking it to a shop in Coventry (UK)
Neither have worked
Still looking around
has anyone tried direct motorola codes?
Has anyone tried this one yet http://www.foneszone.co.uk/unlock_form/Motorola/Flipout.php
please if you have already tried then i wont bother.
Yes, foneszone.co.uk was the first I tried but the code they sent didn't work.
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Yes, foneszone.co.uk was the first I tried but the code they sent didn't work.
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Snap they just sent me a email saying that they couldnt even find the code so getting a refund. orange are useless they wanted me to wait three months before i can unlock even thogh i have been a loyail customer for many years and the sales person was a stuborn .anker. oh well the search goes on for a working unlock.
Just seen this on ebay gonna give it a try got nothing to loose £2.99
MOD EDIT: Ebay Links
UPDATE this could be the unlocking code we have been looking for still waiting for code but it looks promising and it is a new item on ebay for the flipout they know there is a demand for this phone to be unlocked its cheap enough i will report back as to if it works as soon as i recieve the unlock code.
jutley said:
Just seen this on ebay gonna give it a try got nothing to loose £2.99
MOD EDIT: Ebay Links
UPDATE this could be the unlocking code we have been looking for still waiting for code but it looks promising and it is a new item on ebay for the flipout they know there is a demand for this phone to be unlocked its cheap enough i will report back as to if it works as soon as i receive the unlock code.
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Hi there,
.. wondering if the ebay link ( unlock solution) you followed worked for your Flipout?
I actually got an ismart sim and carefully filed the chip down to slip into the sim slot but still too big to fit inthere
Can you kindly PM me the ebay link as I cannot follow it from your posting.
Many thanks
firsy sorry mods for posting ebay link should of known better and second it doesnt work motorola dont have the updated codes yet they will let me know when they do and i will let people know here so at the moment there is no way to unlock still.
spotted this unlock solution on the bay Item number: 230552565930
Hi everyone
I just spent more than 2 hours to search about how to unsimlock my htc hero. Just found useless stuff about buying code or making "goldcards".
I want to unsimlock it PERMANENTLY and without buying a f**cking 15 or 17 or 20 or 37$ unlock code
I want it to be exactly like a normal phone.
So here's my question : just is that possible? and if so, how?
Thanks
Root your phone
iPasta said:
Root your phone
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Already done. I flashed the last bootloader, the last recovery (amon RA) and I installed VillainROM 13 but when I start the phone, it asks me a code to unlock the network after I insert my PIN code.
Used unlocking .com for my wife hero bought in UK and locked on orange. 15 bucks and delivered in 12 he's. Was easy
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sxmfl said:
Used unlocking .com for my wife hero bought in UK and locked on orange. 15 bucks and delivered in 12 he's. Was easy
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As I said, I want to find a way to do that for FREE
My question is : is there such a way?
There are no free lunches. I have just paid twelve bucks to unlock mine... Let's see if they can get the code :O
I had the same issue with unlocking the T-Mobile G2 Touch (aka HTC Hero G2) and managed to get the code free of charge from T-Mobile.
I wrote to their Subsidy Pin Team, and gave them the Make, Model, IMEI of the phone, along with my name, phone number, email and home address.
Did help though cos I found a post of 3G.co.uk which I referred to in my letter to them.
Worked for me, may work for you....
had the same problem ..I live in Tunisia I cant buy the code even if i wanted sooo .. roting the phone is not enough .. I used goldcard method including downgrading to 1.5 official HTC rom .. then it worked
hope i was helpful
G2 Touch Only
I have a second hand G2 touch and managed to get the unlock code from T-Mobile for free. Some places do it for as little as a tenner but unfortunately you do need a code to unlock it (Even the phone shops do it by entering the code these days I believe).
I will update this first post with details on how to unlock.
Method 1
Contract only.
Unlock via their website.
https://www.o2.co.uk/apps/help/help?qid=1&q1=2&route=unlocking
Apparently a one month waiting period, but no one has tried this yet.
Method 2
Contract only.
Unlock request via O2 customer service over phone. which department do you need to speak to? Can anyone help?
Is there still a one month waiting period?
Method 3
For contract or Pay as You Go.
http://www.mobileunlocked.co.uk/
Cost - £15.
Verified as working here
The one verified unlock via this method that we've seen took 11 minutes.
Thanks,
James
Link for contract unlock:
https://www.o2.co.uk/apps/help/help?qid=1&q1=2&route=unlocking
Thanks Saquib,
Anyone got any info on how to call them to ask for your phone to be unlocked?
Thanks,
James
do these handsets have any carrier bloatware on them because they are locked? Also if and when any updates happen are they likely to be delayed due to them being previously locked by O2?
Requested my contract unlock via Web Chat earlier - was told it would be approx 7 days
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Arent most unlocked? My handset only from O2 is.
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do these handsets have any carrier bloatware on them because they are locked? Also if and when any updates happen are they likely to be delayed due to them being previously locked by O2?
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They have the O2 wallpaper and splash screen. Thats it. Just flash the stock Rom thats on samfirmware if it delays updates.
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Hopefully, yes.
But this will help those that aren't....
James
Will this O2 version work on USA att?
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Is that URL right? Shouldn't it be unlockED.co.uk?
Thanks, fixed.
For those that might still be unsure, I just received my unlock code from mobileunlocked.co.uk - took about 4 hours but worked perfectly with very clear instructions.
thanks mobileunlocked!
unlocking
Just a quick tip for those who may have received this and it was locked to O2, managed to unlock mine a few days ago in about 5mins or so. just needed to root the phone which took a few minutes following the steps from this site http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056334, was pretty simple and easy even for someone like myself who had never done it before then all you need to do is download an app from the market called ' Galaxy S2 Sim Unlock ' by chainfire which finds the code for you. I didn't think it was going to work at first but to my surprise when i popped in my voda sim and entered the code... Baamm their it was an unlocked S2 in no time lol.
Hope this helps others, tried posting it on a few other threads were people where asking but couldn't as i only registered today. spread the word if you wish
+1
I did the exact same thing and it worked for mine.
I need to get mine unlocked somehow, should probably just root it but worried ill brick it or i won't be able to get it back to normal for the warranty. Does anone know how much o2 charge for the code, and yes they do delay the updates.
Cheers
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I have one T-Mobile version 8G dell venue pro for 3 weeks (from ebay), but need unlock code to use it in other network. I tried to ask code from dell unlock request code group, but they said cannot provide it since it's a retail version. So I placed order from one ebay seller and then another, but both couldn't get code for me. Then I submitted order in unlockallcellular.com, but they said so after 2 days.
Can anyone help me out of this problem? Where can buy an unlock code by searching in direct DB or cauculating method or software method LIKE fastgsm.com(they said they can only cauculate Samsung Focus). Thank you sooooooo much.
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I have one T-Mobile version 8G dell venue pro for 3 weeks (from ebay), but need unlock code to use it in other network. I tried to ask code from dell unlock request code group, but they said cannot provide it since it's a retail version. So I placed order from one ebay seller and then another, but both couldn't get code for me. Then I submitted order in unlockallcellular.com, but they said so after 2 days.
Can anyone help me out of this problem? Where can buy an unlock code by searching in direct DB or cauculating method or software method LIKE fastgsm.com(they said they can only cauculate Samsung Focus). Thank you sooooooo much.
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If dell doesn´t provide the unlock key I think you need to take a contract with T-mobile.
Or wait 2 days.
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If dell doesn´t provide the unlock key I think you need to take a contract with T-mobile.
Or wait 2 days.
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T-mobile kick the bal to Dell.
Anyone can help me?
I assume you want a carrier unlock? IE you use another sim than the one that was provided? If so then...
email [email protected] and say this:
Hi, I am travelling outside the US, and I need an unlock code
My IMEI is: _____________ (your imei)
Thanks!
______________________________
The IMEI is found under your battery. Also make note of the service tag as they will probably want that too.
If your trying to sideload apps, then I hear the Chevron tool works great.
yes, I've sent mail to dell. They said it's a retail item, cannot give code.
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I assume you want a carrier unlock? IE you use another sim than the one that was provided? If so then...
email [email protected] and say this:
Hi, I am travelling outside the US, and I need an unlock code
My IMEI is: _____________ (your imei)
Thanks!
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The IMEI is found under your battery. Also make note of the service tag as they will probably want that too.
If your trying to sideload apps, then I hear the Chevron tool works great.
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yes, I need carrier unlock. I've sent mail to dell. They said it's a retail item, cannot give code.
you might have to call them then... I still havent recieved a response, and meanwhile I already travelled to the UK, so I am phoneless. Cheapest cheap phone here is 20pounds, but Virgin Mobile gave me a free SIM card to try out so I think I will have a friend in the States call them and give em my info so I can get this unlocked promptly. Their mobile support number that you should call would be 1-800-308-3355
Same problem
Hi there
I am having the same problem, did you get this resolved?
Thanks
im having the exact same problem here. even worse, i figured getting the unlock code would be pretty easy so i swapper out the 8gb card for a 32gb sd card which means the warranty us no good anymore and i cant send it back to the ebayer i bought it from.
i got in touch with dell anyway, same thing, its a retail device to contact tmobile.
but its not possible at the moment because i need to know the phone number of the sim card that came with it to sign up to the tmobile website, and i cant find out the number.
so does anybody have an email address for tmobile i could use it would be a great help?
rollno said:
Hi, Contact me all the people who want to unlock the device permanently . I will help you..leave me an email on [email protected]
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First post... seems fishy.
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Hi, Contact me all the people who want to unlock the device permanently . I will help you..leave me an email on [email protected]
I own dell venue pro and I have unlocked it. Within 24 hours you will receive the Unlock Code.
Whomsoever is interested can contact me on [email protected]
Successfully unlocked my phone
Communicated with Shallow Blue to obtain unlock code for my windows phone and was pleased with the service. Quick and accurate. One code worked first time for a fair fee.
hi developers i am quite new to this site, the reason i join this i want to get the unlock code for my at&t motorola atrix 4g handset so that i can use different sim carriers,i have searched the whole threads still there is not a solution of the problem.Also i have visited different phone threads like htc sensation http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1232107.Cant this problem be resolved like this,give some suggestion guys.U people are the best i hope someone can come up with a good idea for this problem.Also i have used some other site where they provide unlock code but they give same answers that my code cant be found.Plz developer give a look on this problem.
Hello,
I don't think there is any other way to unlock the atrix besides buying an unlock code. Unlock codes are fairly cheap on ebay, where I got mine. These are the guys that I used http://www.ebay.ca/itm/UNLOCK-CODE-...742?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2eb89f6246 .
hope that this helps!
hey i know about the site giving unlock codes ,i have tried cellunlock.net site but they said they cant get me the unlock code so i am confused is it worth trying on other site as i heart cellunlock.net is quite best in its work.Give me a suggestion should i try this on other site.They give this message like this
Hi
We checked the IMEI you provided again and the code is not available for that phone. If you have another phone you would like to unlock, email us the IMEI/Provider and we will try to get the code for that phone.
If not please reply to this email with "REFUND" in the email subject and we will issue refund.
What should i do?
If the phone is on AT&T, call them.
They give out the unlock codes for free as long as your account is in good standing.
The easiest way is to use their online chat support.
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i know about this but my AT&T account is less than 1 year so they wont give me,also it is not in good standing too
I have tried everything.Hope someone comes out with a solution of this.
Unlock code at&t
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If the phone is on AT&T, call them.
They give out the unlock codes for free as long as your account is in good standing.
I've been with AT&T for over five years in good standing and they wouldn't give me the code either. Their excuse was that Motorola wouldn't release the codes.
I ended up unlocking mine through cellularunlock. Then went to wwwDOTpsouza4.com/bionic/#root to root.
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Ask someone who has already had At&t for a year and they can call and get the code
cindynsg said:
rjohnstone said:
If the phone is on AT&T, call them.
They give out the unlock codes for free as long as your account is in good standing.
I've been with AT&T for over five years in good standing and they wouldn't give me the code either. Their excuse was that Motorola wouldn't release the codes.
I ended up unlocking mine through cellularunlock. Then went to wwwDOTpsouza4.com/bionic/#root to root.
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The codes are available. AT&T unlocked my ATRIX over chat.
Took 5 minutes.
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Cellular unlock works great, pretty fast too. Only option really if you're not in the states. If you have an at &t number online chat supposedly works great.
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yeh i have given my order for the unlock code to cellunlocker.net ,on the site u jst have to put imei no and see that ur phone is available in their database.Also they say on there FAQ that if the code is not found on the AT&T database than there r other options to get the code directly from the manufacture,as i put my imei no on the site they say that the code is there in there database,but i dont think they wll be able to provide me through AT&t .I am waiting for there reply if they say they cant get me the code through AT&T i wll go to the manufacture method.Hope my code come this time.
I am skeptical about unlock codes. At first I bought one on ebay it did not work. Then I got one from at&t , it did not work either. I had at&t sim inside while unlocking. I think I blocked the unlock feature by trying too many times.
YES it is possible to enter an unlock code with at&t sim inside if you enter special service code first which bring the unlock menu.
Any thoughts?
theandre said:
YES it is possible to enter an unlock code with at&t sim inside if you enter special service code first which bring the unlock menu.
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obviously it's not if you used this method and none of your codes worked.
This may have changed, but the guy at the at&t store told me a few months ago that once your phone is over six months old you can just call at&t and they will give you the code.
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Cheap unlock
In case you are interested, i got my unlock code for an At&t Atrix last week from unlock_fusion at e-bay. it worked perfect and was just $2.35.
They where quick too, bougt it arround midnight EST, and got it in less than an hour!