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I'm looking at getting a Samsung Vibrant locked to the T-mobile network. I need the device unlocked to use on a network in Canada. Due to not being a past or current t-mobile US customer I won't be able to get the unlock code directly. Does anyone know of a reliable 3rd part unlocker that sells codes to this device?
Thanks in advance!
2 options
1. Get an unlocked one (buy it outright). If it is locked, a quick call to T-Mobile should get it unlocked. Anyone know any different?
2. Wait 90 days, then ask T-Mobile to unlock it. They've always been good about that in my experience.
Call T-Mobile and see what their policies are WRT this.
Call Customer Care and request an unlock code. TMo emailed me the code in under 48hrs.
I tried calling tmobile customer care. They won’t process the request since I don’t have a tmobile account. I’ve purchased unlock codes from two sources: unlockallcellular.com and ebay seller "unlockadic". Hopefully at least one of them comes through with a code.
UPDATE: I received the 8 digit unlock code from the source below. Unfortunately I do not have the device yet. Hopefully it works when I get the phone next week.
2000impreza said:
ebay seller "unlockadic"
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Unlock-Code-T-Mo...tem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a08b32748
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2000impreza said:
UPDATE: I received the 8 digit unlock code from the source below. Unfortunately I do not have the device yet. Hopefully it works when I get the phone next week.
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How can u get unlock code when you haven't had your phone yet?
Did they ask you for IMEI? or you just paid them then received the code?
bl4ckdr4g00n said:
How can u get unlock code when you haven't had your phone yet?
Did they ask you for IMEI? or you just paid them then received the code?
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I had the IMEI to the phone I purchased before it was shipped. The seller took a picture of the device information sticker on the box which has the IMEI on it. I wanted to get a head start on finding a unlock source since the device was so new. Just in case it took days to weeks.
2000impreza said:
I had the IMEI to the phone I purchased before it was shipped. The seller took a picture of the device information sticker on the box which has the IMEI on it. I wanted to get a head start on finding a unlock source since the device was so new. Just in case it took days to weeks.
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I am also in this situation as the only other option I have is to buy the internation unlocked version which I don't the the 3G works on U.S. carriers. Please update asap
Update: Not sure if anyone is still following this. I received my T-mobile branded vibrant today and unlocked it successfully with the code I purchased from ebay.
If you buy the device at full cost from a t-mobile authorized retailer and have a receipt to prove it, T-Mobile will provide an unlock code within 48 hours (assuming they don't need to contact the manufacturer.)
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Aphotix said:
If you buy the device at full cost from a t-mobile authorized retailer and have a receipt to prove it, T-Mobile will provide an unlock code within 48 hours (assuming they don't need to contact the manufacturer.)
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If you don't mind, can you outline the process for requesting the unlock code from t-mobile given you have a copy of the receipt? I've heard of a few individuals successfully doing this. I called T-mobile customer care directly and they refused to provide an unlock code unless I have a current or past account.
2000impreza said:
If you don't mind, can you outline the process for requesting the unlock code from t-mobile given you have a copy of the receipt? I've heard of a few individuals successfully doing this. I called T-mobile customer care directly and they refused to provide an unlock code unless I have a current or past account.
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Just call customer care, say you purchased the device at full cost and would like to unlock it. If the representative refuses saying you need an account then they didn't verify the policy before they told you that. At that point you have a choice between simply giving up and going to ebay, insisting that you were told you could unlock it, you can hang up and call back, or you can request a supervisor. They will request that you fax the receipt it, and you will definitely want to get the unlock request #, as there is no account to note the unlock request on.
I may be bias in saying this, but its preferred that you just go with T-Mobile as your carrier anyway... (though that may require a substantial move on your part or significant roaming charges...)
2000impreza said:
Update: Not sure if anyone is still following this. I received my T-mobile branded vibrant today and unlocked it successfully with the code I purchased from ebay.
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So what person did you get the unlock code from? I'm about to buy a Vibrant myself, also which carrier did you end up getting it unlocked for. Just curious.
The calling option only works if you have a TMO account. If you are using a pre-paid (tmo) type they wont do it.
You need to buy the code. I can get the unlock codes for around $25 dollars or so.
Sometimes less. There is no direct PC unlock (cable unlock yet). Best is IMEI unlocks.
I just purchased the vibrant as well and am currently awaiting an unlock code from "unlockadic" I will also update just to show support for any others that want to have a different carrier
Just had my vibrant unlocked. Yesterday I did a online chat with at mobile csr, told him I'll be traveling soon so I need the unlock code. The csr asked for my email, phone model and IMEI and replied me with the unlock request #. Today I got the code from t mobile by email and it works! I got the phone from costco with the even more plus plan and canceled the plan later. The phone number I put in the form before preceding to online chat is a t mobile prepaid number...
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UnlockLiberty.com - They can provide code for $25.
Cheers, Willlie
I just brought Telstra T-tab (Huawei S7) from Australia but it's comes with sim lock. How can i unlock this sim card to use another network?
Thank you.
Hi, i got the same problem. usually i only use wifi but it would be nice to connect via hsdpa somtimes....
i tried some wifi2umts software solutions in combination with my S60 and my windows mobile phone but i could not get connection, neither via bluetooth - the connection over my defy (android) worked w/o problems.
The Hauwei S7 is sold in the U.S.A unlocked. It's hard to believe it's unlocked here and locked overseas. It's usually the other way around.
how much does it sell for in the US?
I picked up my T Touch for $250.
Any postings I had seen on ebay for the s7 had it at $350-$450
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Yes that is strange that it is locked outside the States. I am happy to have one in my collection.
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It's $299 regular price at Best Buy. No phone or data plan required.
I probably missed the intro sales price. Oh well.
...found a service company that offers the unlock codes for almost every device/provider - happy now with my unlocked S7!!!
How much did it cost?
Who have you gone with?
Pre-paid or post-paid.
I'm wondering if changing to one of the overseas kernals would cause it to be unlocked anyway. I know that some people have been playing with various versions over at the android tablets forum.
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Correction and info for you. I have the australian version reflashed to US. It does not unlock the phone.
how can you reflash your Huawei S7 (T-Tab) and where can I find Huawei S7 rom?
Please advice, thank you.
Hi ultimize,
i just had my S7 unlocked by a company in the US - worked perfect!
Took about 2 days.
sorry to jump in but do you have a www. where i can find the unlock code?
I thank they are unlocked when you buy it in the US. Correct me if I'm wrong.
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They come locked to Telstra in Australia. I heard some people have success talking to someone in Huawei.
Huawei
I can get you codes to unlock that phone .
27.5 € per code and up to two days to deliver the code .
Cheers
Hi.. Do you mean Ideo S7?? By using unlock codes you can unlock your mobile. And this is easy too. I had search the service for your mobile. Just visit the following link and get the codes from there. http://www.superunlockcodes.com/huawei-ideos-s7-unlocking-service/rs12wp10/ . It having the service for your mobile. Here you have to give your mobile's IMEI number and other required details. So it will be helpful to generate unlock codes for your mobile. After that their information will guide you to unlock your mobile. Then you can use it to any network.
Claian said:
how much does it sell for in the US?
I picked up my T Touch for $250.
Any postings I had seen on ebay for the s7 had it at $350-$450
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yes is true i purchased mine for $99.99 via Ebay.
I rooted my device and runs great i can also install custom roms at will.
i use TWRP Recovery this is great for the price $99.99 Unlocked
I have a t-mobile s8 ordered from Samsung.com. Using unlock river to unlock. Paid 75 dollars, waiting for them to send instructions for unlocking. What about all of you?
GCbard said:
I have a t-mobile s8 ordered from Samsung.com. Using unlock river to unlock. Paid 75 dollars, waiting for them to send instructions for unlocking. What about all of you?
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well I paid 25 on unlockitnow.com because I have a sprint one. Told me about 3 to 7 days delivery!!!
Did you do financing or pay full retail price? On the off chance that you paid for the phone in full, it should already be unlocked. I also bought my t-mobile variant S8 directly through samsung.com and they shipped me a G950U (which I'm pretty sure is an unlocked version).
garion521 said:
Did you do financing or pay full retail price? On the off chance that you paid for the phone in full, it should already be unlocked. I also bought my t-mobile variant S8 directly through samsung.com and they shipped me a G950U (which I'm pretty sure is an unlocked version).
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Sorry but we all got G950U variant in the USA.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/s8-model-g950u-t3592461
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garion521 said:
Did you do financing or pay full retail price? On the off chance that you paid for the phone in full, it should already be unlocked. I also bought my t-mobile variant S8 directly through samsung.com and they shipped me a G950U (which I'm pretty sure is an unlocked version).
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Mine is locked
EvoTillIdIE said:
Sorry but we all got G950U variant in the USA.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/s8-model-g950u-t3592461
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Oh ok, just skimmed that whole thread. Thanks for the link!
garion521 said:
Oh ok, just skimmed that whole thread. Thanks for the link!
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I had hoped it was unlocked just as you did but i read that thread today and was disappointed and happy at the same time. I think it will make for faster updates and easier root across the board hopefully.
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I tried a reputable unlock service on ebay 2 days ago, came back today that the Samsung database does not yet have my IMEI listed to retrieve an unlock code. Is this common with new devices?
Anyone paid with Samsung Finance? Might want to look online at samsung.com under carrier activation. They are charging us $100 if you dont activate a T-Mobile or Sprint phone within 30 days of shipping.
maxgibson said:
just unlocked my s8 at&t using official samsung sim unlocking service which was recommended by my friends cousin. price was a bit high, 26$, but phone was unlocked successfully. switched to t-mobile with no issues
http://www.samsungsimunlock.com/samsung-model-unlock-code/samsung-galaxy-s8.htm
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Did you try the free unlock first?
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/#/
maxgibson said:
just unlocked my s8 at&t using official samsung sim unlocking service which was recommended by my friends cousin. price was a bit high, 26$, but phone was unlocked successfully. switched to t-mobile with no issues
http://www.samsungsimunlock.com/samsung-model-unlock-code/samsung-galaxy-s8.htm
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Tried this no chance with sprints S8
maxgibson said:
just unlocked my s8 at&t using official samsung sim unlocking service which was recommended by my friends cousin. price was a bit high, 26$, but phone was unlocked successfully. switched to t-mobile with no issues
http://www.samsungsimunlock.com/samsung-model-unlock-code/samsung-galaxy-s8.htm
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How long was the wait on the code?
GCbard said:
I have a t-mobile s8 ordered from Samsung.com. Using unlock river to unlock. Paid 75 dollars, waiting for them to send instructions for unlocking. What about all of you?
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If you bought the phone and paid in full you could of unlocked the phone thru the T-Mobile unlock app like I did for free.
Usually there is a 40 day waiting period for the app to work, but if you call T-Mobile tech support they can have it unlocked in minutes of the request. I told them I travel often to Europe and needed it unlocked right away.
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jason1332 said:
How long was the wait on the code?
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GCbard said:
I have a t-mobile s8 ordered from Samsung.com. Using unlock river to unlock. Paid 75 dollars, waiting for them to send instructions for unlocking. What about all of you?
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What's unlock river? How long it take for your code?
xavier2k3 said:
What's unlock river? How long it take for your code?
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They have me a refund. They could not unlock it
grneyez said:
If you bought the phone and paid in full you could of unlocked the phone thru the T-Mobile unlock app like I did for free.
Usually there is a 40 day waiting period for the app to work, but if you call T-Mobile tech support they can have it unlocked in minutes of the request. I told them I travel often to Europe and needed it unlocked right away.
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They have not granted that yet
GCbard said:
They have me a refund. They could not unlock it
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I'll you know how I get on with the Samsungsimunlock website. Apparently my order is on the 56% progress right now and processing correctly and they expect to get a code from server in next 12 hours. At least one Other member on here has successful received an unlock code.
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They have not granted that yet
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Of course they have, that's how I unlocked mine. Try talking to tech support, not customer service.
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Please do not spend time and money on Samsungsimunlock, their response time for the S8 is brutal and the code does not work. They use a 3rd party app that does nothing but displays "your device has been permanently unlocked". Move on and try something else as you will get the same emails other members and myself have gotten if your code does not work.
I am on Wind/Freedom mobile in Canada by the way.
garion521 said:
Did you do financing or pay full retail price? On the off chance that you paid for the phone in full, it should already be unlocked. I also bought my t-mobile variant S8 directly through samsung.com and they shipped me a G950U (which I'm pretty sure is an unlocked version).
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Samsung doesn't offer an unlocked version yet that I'm aware of, the phone lockes to the first carrier SIM inserted, that's what I've heard
I recently purchased an at&t samsung galaxy s7 for a friend for a great price. The imei is clean but the phone is still locked to at&t service. My friend wants to use it on another carrier and the seller offered to unlock it for 50 USD but I suspect it can be unlocked for less, if not for free. I've searched around a bit and have seen a number of online services but I figured I'd consult the knowledge folks here for the best course.
Thanks in advance
efaustus9 said:
I recently purchased an at&t samsung galaxy s7 for a friend for a great price. The imei is clean but the phone is still locked to at&t service. My friend wants to use it on another carrier and the seller offered to unlock it for 50 USD but I suspect it can be unlocked for less, if not for free. I've searched around a bit and have seen a number of online services but I figured I'd consult the knowledge folks here for the best course.
Thanks in advance
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AT&T unlocks then for free if the phone is paid on full. I can't remember the website but i did it to my s5
Thanks dirty, but I was under the impression you had to be an at&t customer in order to have at&t unlock it. On their webpage I was having that problem, it was asking for account information I couldn't provide since I do not have an account with at&t.
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Thanks dirty, but I was under the impression you had to be an at&t customer in order to have at&t unlock it. On their webpage I was having that problem, it was asking for account information I couldn't provide since I do not have an account with at&t.
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You could call them (not your local dealer) and see if there is anything that they can get off the phone (serial number) to verify that the phone is paid on full, if so then they should unlock it. Also keep in mind that i don't believe it will work on Verizon or sprint since they use cdma, AT&T and T mobile use gsm.
I used unlockscope.com . Was 25$ and took less than 12 hours
Mine is an att version. Traded my 6 plus for it.
Currently using the AT&T variant with Cricket. The Cricket service is TERRIBLE in my area. But Metro/TMo is strong. Got the phone through a trade and it seems there's a balance from the previous owner so AT&T DOESN'T want to unlock it through their unlock site. Any word on legit unlocking services? Like, put in the IMEI and pay $25 or so for an unlock code when I slap a Metro PCS sim into the phone? There's cellunlocker and unlockradar etc but just curious who has experience with a legit unlocking service online? Thanks.
Thanks for the link! I found one on eBay for $13 that worked like a charm! Back on metro and back in business. Thanks again.
Soooooo much better.
I know it's late, but I bought a second hand S8 AT&T that was also with a debt (previous owner didn't mention it on the listing) and doctorsim.com managed to unlock it anyways
Just for future reference
Thanks! Yeah I may be getting an ATT S7 (found a good deal) for my gf for Christmas so that's a good tip.
I would like to help too if any one need unlock
cadorette said:
Currently using the AT&T variant with Cricket. The Cricket service is TERRIBLE in my area. But Metro/TMo is strong. Got the phone through a trade and it seems there's a balance from the previous owner so AT&T DOESN'T want to unlock it through their unlock site. Any word on legit unlocking services? Like, put in the IMEI and pay $25 or so for an unlock code when I slap a Metro PCS sim into the phone? There's cellunlocker and unlockradar etc but just curious who has experience with a legit unlocking service online? Thanks.
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I used Unlock Radar and It took 2 days to get my Unlock code.
Bitzu said:
Just spent 22$ and worth it. Got the code, inserted the code when the phone asked for it, and that's all. My phone is now unlocked. Found this article on google about how to do it myself:
https://medium.com/@floring.plesa/how-to-unlock-samsung-galaxy-s8-or-s8-plus-661ca2612c73
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unlock codes no need to pay for it check my signature for more info
Yes $22 is a little expensive though prices change i guess. I used attunlocker.us for samsung At&t codes. I did not find any free codes so I will PM you.
instrumentaly said:
unlock codes no need to pay for it check my signature for more info
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instrumentaly said:
I would like to help too if any one need unlock
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can you help me unlock my Dream 5G