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Bootloader unlock page under maintenance

I was planning to unlock my bootloader today. When I tried to open the Sony ericsson page, its showing the page is under maintenance. Are you guys getting the same response from the sever? Or did Sony completely stop the bootloader unlocking?
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Same question here. I tried it since yesterday and that feature is under maintenance till now. I am planning to unlock R800i. Did Sony Ericsson stop the bootloader unlocking and if so, any alternative to unlock bootloader may I know? Thanks in advance.

Well, we will see. Hopefully its just a real maintenance, but maybe they are fixing the hole which the guys used to unlock cdma phones.
Let's hope it comes back to life soon!
Regards

I guess they're fixing CDMA keys hole. Looks like Verizon isn't happy about it.
But I don't understand why it takes so long to modify some small piece of code to disable MEID calculator.

Maybe you DDOSed them too much ?
Regards

Thanks guys.
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Bin4ry said:
Maybe you DDOSed them too much ?
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Lol..
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Bin4ry said:
Maybe you DDOSed them too much ?
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Heh, technically, I wasn't there when it crash happened, so I gave server the opportunity to recovery from requests and free up resources

Unlock bootloader is back, wish me luck all

jasmine106 said:
Unlock bootloader is back, wish me luck all
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how did it go?

Very smoothly. Now on stock with doomlord's kernel.
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3G & WiFi missing
solitarymonkey said:
how did it go?
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succeeded, but with a little problem. Could any1 pls help me?
i followed Bin4ry's guide [How-to] Root your Play.
On the first try of flashing system with play_modded, i got some error message like android.process.acore & android.process.media has stopped unexpectedly, so I soft reset it to factory setting and flash system again and succeeded, with no error message.
But the problem is after the root process, my phone can't detect 3G network. The service provider I am using has two options, 2G and 3G, and phone can only detect 2G network.
Another problem is that although I can find WiFi networks and connect, WiFi connection is not working anymore (no data send/receive through WiFi).
If any of you know how to fix that 3G network & WiFi missing issues, kindly let me know. Thanks in advance.
One more, my rooted play is now on 3.0.A.2.184 build and when I connect it to computer, PC Companion said found new software update and ask me whether want to update or not. Rooting process will be overwritten and I will need to root it again if I update software (base 3.1.A....something I think) I would like to know.
Thank you again.
Regards,
edit : sorry if this post should be under Q & A section, please let me know and I'll open a new thread

Im assuming you have a r800i? If so, my simple recommendation would be to flash 4. Firmware. Then enter fastboot and flash dooms kernel which will automatically root it for you. Hope this helps.
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solitarymonkey said:
Im assuming you have a r800i? If so, my simple recommendation would be to flash 4. Firmware. Then enter fastboot and flash dooms kernel which will automatically root it for you. Hope this helps.
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ႊThank you. Could you please elaborate more as I am new to android, or please let me know the location (in this forum?) where I could get detail instructions, like, where to/how to get flash4.firmware, flash dooms kernel?
Thank you again.
Sorry, I forgot to mention that I've updated to 4.0.A...(i followed the instructions found here, used X10Flash Tool and Xperia_Relock_bootloader.ftf to get bootloader locked, and use PC Companion to update s/w.

jasmine106 said:
ႊThank you. Could you please elaborate more as I am new to android, or please let me know the location (in this forum?) where I could get detail instructions, like, where to/how to get flash4.firmware, flash dooms kernel?
Thank you again.
Sorry, I forgot to mention that I've updated to 4.0.A...(i followed the instructions found here, used X10Flash Tool and Xperia_Relock_bootloader.ftf to get bootloader locked, and use PC Companion to update s/w.
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For starters unlock ur bootloader again, as you need it to flash the kernel (which in my opinion is worth keeping), then go over to the developers sub forum, download the UK generic 4.0.whatever the rest of the code is firmware, flash it with flashtool, the go to doomlords thread and download his kernel. All instructions you need are in the relevant threads, easy to follow. I would link them, but I'm away from my computer at the moment. And I cant link from my phone. Sorry. Hope all goes well!
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solitarymonkey said:
For starters unlock ur bootloader again, as you need it to flash the kernel (which in my opinion is worth keeping), then go over to the developers sub forum, download the UK generic 4.0.whatever the rest of the code is firmware, flash it with flashtool, the go to doomlords thread and download his kernel. All instructions you need are in the relevant threads, easy to follow. I would link them, but I'm away from my computer at the moment. And I cant link from my phone. Sorry. Hope all goes well!
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Thank you so much. It took me like 1 hr to figure all that out, but it worth
Now on 2.3.3, 4.0...368 built and 2.6.32.9-perf doomlord's Kernel.
And thanks a lot to the development team and everybody who's enlightened me on how to play with android.
It's time for [*ROOT required] application from droid market.

It's working great, really fast.
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Need help to unlock Bell Galaxy S for Telus

Hi,
I bought a second hand Galaxy S a week or so ago that was modded with ICS installed. Since then, i've installed CM 7.2 and would like to unlock the phone for my mom so she can use it on Telus. When I bought it, I was told it was a Bell Galaxy S and since Bell and Telus work on the same network, it should be possible (I don't think it's a Rogers Galaxy S). It is already rooted and I tried the app Galaxy S Unlock buit it won't unlock the headset. The bars stay greyed out with a little X and no service. Can't get this to work, anyone have any ideas?

Try a different unlock app.
Otherwise, try flashing a rooted stock rom and try the unlock app again
Those apps are the easiest way to unlock the s.

Did you install busy box before using the app?
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mregmi121 said:
Did you install busy box before using the app?
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I have it installed via app market, yes.

mregmi121 said:
Did you install busy box before using the app?
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PatcheZ said:
Try a different unlock app.
Otherwise, try flashing a rooted stock rom and try the unlock app again
Those apps are the easiest way to unlock the s.
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I tried another one called SGS Unlock Tool and it said my unlock and unfreeze code were the same: :null
Does that means it is unlocked, or is something else wrong? How can I go back to stock rom?

colhavoc said:
I have it installed via app market, yes.
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I've unlock 7/8 galaxy s and galaxy s II using helroz's app. Not sure whats gone wrong with you. Make sure you followed the procedures properly, and installing the busy box means open the app that you downloaded from market and choose busy box and install. Good lock

mregmi121 said:
I've unlock 7/8 galaxy s and galaxy s II using helroz's app. Not sure whats gone wrong with you. Make sure you followed the procedures properly, and installing the busy box means open the app that you downloaded from market and choose busy box and install. Good lock
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Well, I tried it and no go. Still getting the same problems. Not sure where or what to do from here.
Anyone have any ideas/help?

Voodoo Sim Unlock removed from Google Play

This apk seems to have been removed from Google Play Store. Can someone share with me the apk file?

http://project-voodoo.org
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But why?
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Because...
drreality said:
But why?
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"Voodoo #GalaxySIIISIMUnlock pulled from Google Play by me. Will return if an new unlocking method is found working with latest firmwares."
(That's from his twitter)
Can't say it better... Anyway, you can dowload the app from his server.

grandis12 said:
"Voodoo #GalaxySIIISIMUnlock pulled from Google Play by me. Will return if an new unlocking method is found working with latest firmwares."
(That's from his twitter)
Can't say it better... Anyway, you can dowload the app from his server.
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just used it on my phone running XXBLG8 and its unlocked it fine

restart and see
You need to apply this patch
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29485215#post29485215
skimminstones said:
just used it on my phone running XXBLG8 and its unlocked it fine
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Ive installed and use voodoo sim unlock but my device still locked and voodoo says "network inactive" which means my device should be unlock,but it is not, so i use this sim fix and flashed it, but still device network lock. What should i do please help,this is the main reason why i root my device,help please,im kinda desperate.
Sgs3
4.04
BLE6

Cry
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monarchs said:
Ive installed and use voodoo sim unlock but my device still locked and voodoo says "network inactive" which means my device should be unlock,but it is not, so i use this sim fix and flashed it, but still device network lock. What should i do please help,this is the main reason why i root my device,help please,im kinda desperate.
Sgs3
4.04
BLE6
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try to reboot your phone and then try, i installed it today and it works fine, i'm using omega kitchen rom

I have a stock rom,so maybe this will work only on custom roms...? I rebooted my phone but still nothing happens... is there a new version of the voodoo sim unlock,if it does please give me a link.. thank you..

thank God it works for me with omega v.11....
thank you so much!

I get invalid Mmi code. Help
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Do You think a new version will be online soon to unlock easyly the s3?

waiting 4 new unlocked software…
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IS THERE ANYONE KNOWS WHEN SIM UNLOCK WILL UPDATE?
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xzlzz1234 said:
IS THERE ANYONE KNOWS WHEN SIM UNLOCK WILL UPDATE?
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supercurio will only update it when a good method is found for the newer firmwares.

OXINARF said:
supercurio will only update it when a good method is found for the newer firmwares.
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If this is out of the equation for the time being is the only option to pay for an unlock code online? If so what are the recommended sites, as I have been ripped off before.

RobertHarvey said:
If this is out of the equation for the time being is the only option to pay for an unlock code online? If so what are the recommended sites, as I have been ripped off before.
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It is very likely you could pay your operator to unlock it. About sites, I never used one so I won't recommend anything.
If you aren't in LG8 or LG6 firmwares you can still use Voodoo Unlock app from supercurio website: project-voodoo.org

I'm on xLite 1.4.0 XXLH1. I got my phone from Phones4U (UK) and I'm on Orange (UK) when I tried to sim unlock it gives me an error code when I try use x#XXXX# commands. Now when I swap it for my simcard with T-Mobile (UK) I can make calls etc but in my STATUS in ABOUT PHONE it doesn't display my phone number, it just displays 00000000000 and on the Orange it does display the number.
So really it is unlocked but not fully unlocked? I know you can't really get half and half but it seems like it in this case. I haven't tried the manual way of unlocking but I will at one point, just want advice.
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Edit: Just noticed that my firmware is higher than most. Will degrade and try app again but will still check back and follow advice from you all!

the soft Voodoo Galaxy S III SIM Unlock is here link free ...............
http://www.4shared.com/rar/qWX91Z2C/Voodoo_Galaxy_SIII_SimUnlock.html

Does flashing the custom rom would unlock the Sim network aswell?

My phone is locked to 3 network uk , if i flash my phone with different Rom would this help me to sim network unlock aswell ?

coolimpression said:
My phone is locked to 3 network uk , if i flash my phone with different Rom would this help me to sim network unlock aswell ?
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Not at all .
Pay for 3 to unlock or search the unlock posts .
jje

Use Voodoo SIM Unlock. It won't work on Jelly Bean though.
http://dl.project-voodoo.org/apps/VoodooGalaxySIIISimUnlock.apk
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cosminalbei said:
Yes, when u chance the rom, is it block.
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You are not making much sense, if you are asking if changing the ROM will block/unblock the IMEI number then no, it will not. IMEI number blocking is done at the mobile network level, not on the phone.

cosminalbei said:
Yes!!
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Stop spamming to get your post count up, especially with useless/confusing advice -_-

You would be better off looking at the GalaxSIM unlock app, as it does a better job than the Voodoo app.
XDA link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846451
To support the developer get his app from the Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spocky.galaxsimunlock&hl=en

There are two apps for unlocking. Both require root, so you have to root or/and flash custom rom.
I recommend flasing stable ARHD with perseus kernel and your favorite theme (I used grey and black then AOSP theme).

you'd get a better answer if you asked I the right forum

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1718665
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Thread locked since the OP got his answer.

Got stuck on SIM LOCK with the Leaked Samsung 4.1.2 XXLSJ Firmware? SOLVED

Hello there, if you are a total noob just like me, or you are simply looking for this and just flashed the recently leaked Samsung 4.1.2 XXLSJ Firmware and got stuck with that SIM UNLOCK code, the solution is just at hand and it is totally safe and free.
All you need is a WiFi connection and have a visit over the Play Store
Look for "Galaxy S2 SIM Unlock", which is a free app and download it
The job gets done just by taping over "SIM unlock code", it may take a few moments and you are done with the number.
Copy the number elsewhere and reboot your phone, once your asked about the number just type it and you are ready to go.
Remember you can only use this code once (per phone cycle) so if you miss typed it you are going to need to reboot again.
Enjoy your phone and allow me to give you an extra tip: NEVER FORMAT your Sd Card with this new firmware as some have reported that it resulted on BRICKING your lovely SGS2.
James.-

Enjoy your phone and allow me to give you an extra tip: NEVER FORMAT your Sd Card with this new firmware as some have reported that it resulted on BRICKING your lovely SGS2.
James.-
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Where did you read these reports?

pilgrim011 said:
Where did you read these reports?
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Right here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1997366

alfadown said:
Right here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1997366
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Oh, that's just his assumption, not a fact. There is not a single report yet about brickbug on 4.1.2.

pilgrim011 said:
Oh, that's just his assumption, not a fact. There is not a single report yet about brickbug on 4.1.2.
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Yes! You are right, but I just don't want to try it myself. :good:

"Galaxy S2 SIM Unlock" didn't work for me. I used a "GalaxSim Unlock", but this isn't a permanent unlock.
Does anyone knows how to permanently unlock my phone for free?

One could also restore their efs from a backup.
The efs method worked for me while the sim unlock app method didn't.

alfadown said:
Hello there, if you are a total noob just like me, or you are simply looking for this and just flashed the recently leaked Samsung 4.1.2 XXLSJ Firmware and got stuck with that SIM UNLOCK code, the solution is just at hand and it is totally safe and free.
All you need is a WiFi connection and have a visit over the Play Store
Look for "Galaxy S2 SIM Unlock", which is a free app and download it
The job gets done just by taping over "SIM unlock code", it may take a few moments and you are done with the number.
Copy the number elsewhere and reboot your phone, once your asked about the number just type it and you are ready to go.
Remember you can only use this code once (per phone cycle) so if you miss typed it you are going to need to reboot again.
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I've tried it on few devices with different OS (GB, ICS, JB), it NEVER worked for me!! Take ages to finish and always getting message "Sorry no code for your device" !!!! Rubbish...
astronman said:
"Galaxy S2 SIM Unlock" didn't work for me. I used a "GalaxSim Unlock", but this isn't a permanent unlock.
Does anyone knows how to permanently unlock my phone for free?
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I've tested all Free Sim Unlockers from Play store and all failed except this One.. It's NOT Free tho... (£1.60 for unlimited unlocking - good deal)
How you know is Not Permanent?? Looks solid to me

djembey said:
I've tried it on few devices with different OS (GB, ICS, JB), it NEVER worked for me!! Take ages to finish and always getting message "Sorry no code for your device" !!!! Rubbish...
I've tested all Free Sim Unlockers from Play store and all failed except this One.. It's NOT Free tho... (£1.60 for unlimited unlocking - good deal)
How you know is Not Permanent?? Looks solid to me
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Reflash stock rom and you will see that sim lock is on, again.

i had same problem sim lock i just flashed gb on it then rooted it ,then unlocked with ...GalaxSim Unlock 1.02 installed XXLSJ......worked like a charm... stayed unlocked

astronman said:
Reflash stock rom and you will see that sim lock is on, again.
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Than use GalaxSim to unlock it again... Once you paid for it you can use it as many time as you want..
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For me nothing work. The apps don't find the code. But i reverted to aokp and here can unlock until switch off or reboot. Before flashed the leak no problem ay all
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Hello there, I used the firmware found at this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1996714
Later on I went to ODIN and flashed this: http://stockroms.net/file/GalaxyS2/GT-i9100/4.1.2leak/i9100XXLSJrooted.tar to get root.
After that I were able to get the code.
Hope this help guys! :good:

alfadown said:
Hello there, I used the firmware found at this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1996714
Later on I went to ODIN and flashed this: http://stockroms.net/file/GalaxyS2/GT-i9100/4.1.2leak/i9100XXLSJrooted.tar to get root.
After that I were able to get the code.
Hope this help guys! :good:
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What app did you use to unlock your galaxy s2 phone and is it free or not ?? Thx

hmida.souheil said:
What app did you use to unlock your galaxy s2 phone and is it free or not ?? Thx
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Use galaxSim unlock from market. ..its free to see if sim can be unlocked...if can cost you about twofifty.
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The *#7465625# code is not working with this ROM.
Can anyone else confirm and give a way to confirm unlock status?
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ROM Stock JB 4.1.2 XXLSJ
Kernel Philz 3.0.31

1. With a safe rom, Backup your /efs/ folder by copy command.
2.erase nv_data.bin nv_data.bin.md5 and nv_data.bin.bak .
3.reflash the new xxlsj.
4.paste the 3 files from backed up folder to /EFS/.
5.reboot... Done.

And if it fails?
how about if "Galaxy S2 SIM Unlock" fails?

cpl.Bower said:
how about if "Galaxy S2 SIM Unlock" fails?
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Use galaxSim unlock it worked when the others wouldnt.
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A note for everyone the Galxsim unlock app is using the free on xda, paid in store model. So just get it from the forums and it will unlock your phone for free.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846451