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How to unlock samsung Vibrant GT-I9000M from canada

Hey Guys
i've samsung Vibrant GT-I9000M from canada
it has froyo 2.2 , build number FROYO.UGKC1
i want to unlock it - sim unlock
i rooted it with superOneClick root
i cant get codes with SGS unlock tools , i tried many approaches but not yet !!!
any one successful method for this model ???
Thanks Alot

app SGS Unlock pro works for me, avail in market

I used the manual method of editing the nv_data.bin file as described here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=761045
The SGS Unlock Pro app mentioned before is also in that thread, and does the same thing, but it is a paid app.
Good luck!

tarreq said:
Hey Guys
i've samsung Vibrant GT-I9000M from canada
it has froyo 2.2 , build number FROYO.UGKC1
i want to unlock it - sim unlock
i rooted it with superOneClick root
i cant get codes with SGS unlock tools , i tried many approaches but not yet !!!
any one successful method for this model ???
Thanks Alot
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Just wanting to let you know that there is more than likely a Gingerbread (Android 2.3.3) firmware update for your phone.
If interested then there is more information in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1211939
[I9000M] UGKG3 Available on Kies
Sent from my GT-I9000M using XDA Premium App

thx Guys ,,
i tried SGS unlock from market but it shows unlock code as : null !!!
also i tried manually search and edit nv_data.bin but i ddnt find it and find bml3.bak
(as other methods says) also tried to search it for SSNV but no success!!
whats is the guranteed methid even if it possible to get back to 2.1 !!
please help me
note: (phone doesnt ask for code when i insert another SIM !!)

Buy the SGS Unlocker from market author Degantboy or something like that.. the paid version 100% works on my phone.... it use to show me unlock code on 2.1 but not 2.2+ but still unlocks my phone.
Run the unlock procedure, reboot phone, shut phone off, place in new sim card, power up phone, if the phone isn't unlocked re-run app with new SIM card and reboot, voila should fix your problem.
Your phone needs to be rooted. and the free versions don't work for me.

you can always just buy the unlock code to unlock the sim restriction.
http://unlockcellphonecode.com/code-for-unlocking-samsung-cell-phone
worked for me.

While we're on this topic, I used one of the free apps back when I had 2.1 to get the unlock code.
I've never used it, but I have the code saved. Now that I have updated to 2.2 and then 2.3, would the code still work?
Hmm another factor is that I must have done that before I had the phone repaired (as the repaired one came back with 2.2). I wonder if whatever board they replaced will have a different unlock code? I guess it might be based on the IMEI? Not sure if that changed or not...

Nv data hex edit. Change a 1 to 0, and permanent unlock. search for instructions, they are on this forum and search really isn't that hard to use.
Sent from my GT-I9000 using xda premium

Guys, once the Bell SGS is unlocked, which networks can it run on? I'm specifically interested in Wind. Can it run on AWS/1700?
Sorry for the slight hi-jack but I can't find accurate info anywhere.

yokocar said:
Guys, once the Bell SGS is unlocked, which networks can it run on? I'm specifically interested in Wind. Can it run on AWS/1700?
Sorry for the slight hi-jack but I can't find accurate info anywhere.
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You must get confused by the T-mobile Vibrant when searching for information. The Bell SGS does not have band 1700, as such, it will not work on Wind. The T-Mobile Samsung Vibrant includes 1700 but does not have band 850/1900.

I used superoneclick to root then purchased SGS Unlock Pro. When I upgraded to GB via Kies, the unlock remained. I had used the app that got the unlock code but when I re-locked my device, the code stopped working.

found that the free version of SGS Unlocker
(Samsung Galaxy S Unlock Tool DaGentooBoy)
and Galaxy S Unlock (by Helroz) don't unlock the i9000m running android 2.3.3
(superoneclick was used for rooting)
sorry couldn't post links

SaxGuyTy said:
found that the free version of SGS Unlocker
(Samsung Galaxy S Unlock Tool DaGentooBoy)
and Galaxy S Unlock (by Helroz) don't unlock the i9000m running android 2.3.3
(superoneclick was used for rooting)
sorry couldn't post links
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I have used Galaxy S Unlock by Helroz, however in order for it to work, you may have to install/upgrade busybox.
I found the easiest way to do this was to superoneclick, then install titanium backup and make sure it has root access. Then upgrade busybox from within. Then you can use the Galaxy S Unlock to unlock.
i did this on my newer phone, and also on my family member's Galaxy S2 from Bell.

altering nv_data.bin might end in total imei lose if you corrupt it
and please do not pay or purchase full apps to unlock your device !!!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1360174

ordio said:
I have used Galaxy S Unlock by Helroz, however in order for it to work, you may have to install/upgrade busybox.
I found the easiest way to do this was to superoneclick, then install titanium backup and make sure it has root access. Then upgrade busybox from within. Then you can use the Galaxy S Unlock to unlock.
i did this on my newer phone, and also on my family member's Galaxy S2 from Bell.
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I also have a Canadian Bell GS2 with CM9, root, busybox... I'm trying to put a Rogers sim card in it.
I have tried both the Galaxy S Unlock as well as the Galaxy unlock app from Herloz unsuccessfully...
I have tried to run the unlock code generator by feeding it the nv_data.bin, but my GPU is not supported, and I'm not exactly keen on messing up my EFS files.
I was wondering if you guys had any suggestions for me?
Perhaps I could have you guys run the tool with the attached nv_data.bin?
Much appreciated.

[Q] Finding focus unlock code (HEELLPP!!)

Hey guys , I'm a new member to xda please don't mind if I'm asking this is the wrong form but I recently bought a Samsung focus from eBay it was unlocked (not factory unlocked)
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As for the SGS 2 there is an app that finds the unlock code in your device
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So I was wondering if there is something like this to find the unlock code (of already unlocked Samsung Focus) in the device

emwno said:
Hey guys , I'm a new member to xda please don't mind if I'm asking this is the wrong form but I recently bought a Samsung focus from eBay it was unlocked (not factory unlocked)
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As for the SGS 2 there is an app that finds the unlock code in your device
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So I was wondering if there is something like this to find the unlock code (of already unlocked Samsung Focus) in the device
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No such thing, mate.
Your phone should stay unlocked as long as you don't lock it yourself in Diagnosis.

Q
So if it's unlocked with unlock code and not factory will it stay unlocked if I let's say update it to windows phone mango ??

yes even i would like to know this. after we update it to mango, will it still be unlocked or will get locked?

Folks, please use the search before asking.
I've answered it in too many threads already, for example here.

[Q] Need help with Sim Unlock

Hi folks,
I am familiar with the i9500 s4 which I own and mess with. However I also acquired the SGH-I337M model which is locked to the rogers network and I'd like to just unlock the sim.
I ended up just purchasing the unlock code for the i9500 from cell unlocker as it was still early days with the S4 and other methods found on xda weren't working..
Can anyone provide me with a known working guide to sim unlocking this model?
Also, will flashing a custom rom - TW or CM based unlock the sim?
Thanks for any input.
Sent from GT-I9500 Slim rom Alpha 2

croach246 said:
Hi folks,
I am familiar with the i9500 s4 which I own and mess with. However I also acquired the SGH-I337M model which is locked to the rogers network and I'd like to just unlock the sim.
I ended up just purchasing the unlock code for the i9500 from cell unlocker as it was still early days with the S4 and other methods found on xda weren't working..
Can anyone provide me with a known working guide to sim unlocking this model?
Also, will flashing a custom rom - TW or CM based unlock the sim?
Thanks for any input.
Sent from GT-I9500 Slim rom Alpha 2
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This might be what you are looking for:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2285431
However, others that will post that might not give you this warning...
Read through the entire thread before you touch anything! There are possible risks with the method and you need to read about them so you can make an informed decision about if you want to try it or not. If you choose to not read the entire thread or take precautions, it's up to you.
Searching through the "general" and Q&A forums for "unlock" should show you others threads that you might want to read as well. Good luck.
Oh, and flashing other ROMs will not sim unlock the phone.

Thanks,
All seems like different variations of what to select in service mode.. I tried similar service mode steps with the i9500 and never got anywhere so just bought the unlock code... Will keep digging..
Sent from my GT-I9500 using xda premium

[Q] Samsung Galaxy core prime SM-G360H country locked

Dear sir i have a galaxy core prime that have a country lock, i need to know that can i unlock it by flashing a unlocked firmware through odin. If it cant do the unlock. How can i unlock it with out using unlocking services, plzz can any one guide me to correct sucessfull procedeer

sampath bandara said:
Dear sir i have a galaxy core prime that have a country lock, i need to know that can i unlock it by flashing a unlocked firmware through odin. If it cant do the unlock. How can i unlock it with out using unlocking services, plzz can any one guide me to correct sucessfull procedeer
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Do you mean "simlocked" ? Which firmware is actually installed and in which country you want to use the phone?

LS.xD said:
Do you mean "simlocked" ? Which firmware is actually installed and in which country you want to use the phone?
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Dear sir my phone is locked to SAUDI ARABIA mobile provider called MOBILY, i want to unlock it to use in sri lanka. When i put a sim that is curruntly use in sri lanka And when i turn on it ask "ENTER NETWORK UNLOCK CODE" with 2 buttons ok and dismiss.
I dismiss it and continue iam able to use phone and it shows full signal but no career name and emergency call only. When i make a call it shows not registerd on network. Plzz help me

Same problem here. I tried whole different ways including reflashing ROM but didn't work. Then I found Region unlock app by chainfire. It worked like a charm. Also you need to root your mobile first. Rooting method is somewhere in xda. Search it . Hope it helps.

GREATT
nottingham72 said:
Same problem here. I tried whole different ways including reflashing ROM but didn't work. Then I found Region unlock app by chainfire. It worked like a charm. Also you need to root your mobile first. Rooting method is somewhere in xda. Search it . Hope it helps.
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but i want to know is your phone country locked one or sim lock

sampath bandara said:
but i want to know is your phone country locked one or sim lock
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Please read whole of my post before replying blatantly.
nottingham72 said:
Same problem here.
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Which means the attached image was my problem. I guess it is same as your problem. I simply don't know what is meant by "country locked or sim locked"

nottingham72 said:
Please read whole of my post before replying blatantly.
Which means the attached image was my problem. I guess it is same as your problem. I simply don't know what is meant by "country locked or sim locked"
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i got "ENTER NETWORK UNLOCK CODE" SO slightly different
but i think same problem... thanks boss

I live in Argentina and I see that the 2 Core Prime G360F for my kids purchased 3 days ago in parís, have the regional SIM block. The Fnac seler dont warned about this.
Now I see that on the lower side of the boxes has a warning on regional SIM lock. The solution of Samsung is to activate a 5 minute call with a European SIM. For me, it is a lote complicated from my country
I'm seeing that an application that unlocks it for Note 3 rooted. Somebody knows if esta apk with The G360F work?

Regional lock away app
osvaldoll said:
I live in Argentina and I see that the 2 Core Prime G360F for my kids purchased 3 days ago in parís, have the regional SIM block. The Fnac seler dont warned about this.
Now I see that on the lower side of the boxes has a warning on regional SIM lock. The solution of Samsung is to activate a 5 minute call with a European SIM. For me, it is a lote complicated from my country
I'm seeing that an application that unlocks it for Note 3 rooted. Somebody knows if esta apk with The G360F work?
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use that app mentioned above

problem
sampath bandara said:
use that app mentioned above
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Hello, i have the same problem, there phone Samsung sm g360f which is locked to the Portuguese operator = MEO, want to unlock all operators but I when I try to install software at the end of the process gives me an error that there is insufficient space to install the file. I can only install software that is MEO and those of Vodaphone gives me an error, whether 4.4.4 or 5.0.2
When give me error when I can only install this file (G360FXXU1AOB1_G360FBTU1AOD1_G360FXXU1AOB1_HOME.tar) for Downgrade and repear the smastphone. Pleace help me , I tried with all versions of Odin and it is not work it

sampath bandara said:
Dear sir i have a galaxy core prime that have a country lock, i need to know that can i unlock it by flashing a unlocked firmware through odin. If it cant do the unlock. How can i unlock it with out using unlocking services, plzz can any one guide me to correct sucessfull procedeer
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try install true or custom firmware to fix problem, some firmware on samsung firmware site is lock and you must Buy country lock code from this site

T-mobile Core Prime - Region lock away did not work
nottingham72 said:
Same problem here. I tried whole different ways including reflashing ROM but didn't work. Then I found Region unlock app by chainfire. It worked like a charm. Also you need to root your mobile first. Rooting method is somewhere in xda. Search it . Hope it helps.
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I installed the region lock away 1.3, it didn't unlock my core prime (t-mobile) G360T. Any ideas or inputs highly appreciated.

Have you rooted it

Anunay.j said:
Have you rooted it
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I was able to root the device successfully, But unable to unlock the device. Any suggestions?

I have a problem with my phone the touch screen just stopped working, could you help me?

Sir help plss
My samsung galaxy core prime G360HU country code is showing network unlocked pin and we cannot use the network with any sim cards. Hope for your kind assistance on this. Thank you.
-John

Sim Unlock - Please Direct me.

So i was given an Galaxy S4 and I need to have the SIm unlocked. They have requested the Code from att for me but at this time I am without a phone and really need this running.
I have searched and tried all known methods but they seem to be for previous releases.
This Phone is running 5.0.1 and I was able to get in the service menu however there is no option 3 and what not.
What are the current options for me?

As far as I know, you'll have to wait for the code as the rom cannot be downgraded to use the free method.

audit13 said:
As far as I know, you'll have to wait for the code as the rom cannot be downgraded to use the free method.
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Had a feeling.. thank you ...

I highly recommend using reliable eBay unlocker with good feedback.