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US price of the phone.

Without contract what are the ballpark figure you guys think will be the cost?
650-700?

$800 maybe...
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Its $749 outright in Australia. One would assume it'd be less in the US.
M.
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I came across just now an ad that's selling(Not pre order) the Xperia ZL C6506 variant for $650.00
http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...peria-ZL-C6506-Android-4-1-W0QQAdIdZ450436593
legit or not?
Although I believe it isn't legit since I used google goggles on the images the ad provides and all images came from blogs so no actual picture of the device to be sold. But just posting it here thought someone from canada might thoroughly confirm it with the seller since the seller is only accepting meet ups for payment.

I HIGHLY recommend this site for all US users who want to get the Xperia Z. Its a company called handtec based in the UK and all their delivery is made over night. I bought my note 2, One X and S3 from them.
http://blog.handtec.co.uk/2013/01/23/buy-sim-free-sony-xperia-z-black-or-white-craftsmanship-design/
Just choose which color you want and click on the link. Its 433 pounds so around 690 US$. We don't have to pay for the vat ( value added tax).
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$700 dollars!!! ERR MAA GAWDD

Riyal said:
I came across just now an ad that's selling(Not pre order) the Xperia ZL C6506 variant for $650.00
http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...peria-ZL-C6506-Android-4-1-W0QQAdIdZ450436593
legit or not?
Although I believe it isn't legit since I used google goggles on the images the ad provides and all images came from blogs so no actual picture of the device to be sold. But just posting it here thought someone from canada might thoroughly confirm it with the seller since the seller is only accepting meet ups for payment.
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Pick Up only ...

shadym1lkman said:
Pick Up only ...
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I know it's pick up only. But my point is, the device is already out in the wild even sony still hasn't officially released the device? If ever the ad is true at least.

Riyal said:
I know it's pick up only. But my point is, the device is already out in the wild even sony still hasn't officially released the device? If ever the ad is true at least.
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Probably trying to sell a review device or something. I probably wouldn't buy it unless you're desperate to have it ASAP. These review devices aren't always even in the same update stream etc.
M.

Ok... Actually I was indeed planning on purchasing it. But the frequency bands were not compatible here on our country whether it would be for HSPA+ or LTE.

Riyal said:
Ok... Actually I was indeed planning on purchasing it. But the frequency bands were not compatible here on our country whether it would be for HSPA+ or LTE.
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I'm sure it would be compatible with att hspa+
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Release on AT&T???

How come I haven't heard anything about it...been waiting for months. Might as well wait for an lg Optimus pro then since it should be out soon.

cleankutazn said:
How come I haven't heard anything about it...been waiting for months. Might as well wait for an lg Optimus pro then since it should be out soon.
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Its never coming to ATT

samven582 said:
Its never coming to ATT
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I spoke with AT&T Tuesday and the woman I spoke to said they were picking up the Xperia Z, however they had a callback on it (probably not enough AT&T bloatware and badges) so it would be a little while still. She didn't give me an exact date or estimate, but she did say AT&T is "definitely" (her words) picking up the Z

Rajinn said:
I spoke with AT&T Tuesday and the woman I spoke to said they were picking up the Xperia Z, however they had a callback on it (probably not enough AT&T bloatware and badges) so it would be a little while still. She didn't give me an exact date or estimate, but she did say AT&T is "definitely" (her words) picking up the Z
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she might have been trolling

AwesomeAHlee said:
she might have been trolling
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that's my job to troll people.

AT&T is not picking up the Z or ZL.
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Spectre51 said:
AT&T is not picking up the Z or ZL.
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And so far, only the ZL is being sold unlocked in the USA.
In theory, if you can import the C6602, it should be compatible with AT&T HSPA+ - but 6602s seem incredibly rare, nearly all Zs I've seen are 6603s (Euro LTE, which lacks HSPA1900.)

Entropy512 said:
And so far, only the ZL is being sold unlocked in the USA.
In theory, if you can import the C6602, it should be compatible with AT&T HSPA+ - but 6602s seem incredibly rare, nearly all Zs I've seen are 6603s (Euro LTE, which lacks HSPA1900.)
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if you want the c6602 model check ebay, i have not bought from this guy yet but i plan to soon. if you could contact him and ask about the return policy/ exchange policy and post it here that would be helpful (for some reason i can't contact him) and also ask if what's in the box dock? headphones model.
Black http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sony-Xperia...0814099702?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item2c6d6818f6
White http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sony-Xperia...0908066166?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item2ec70dcd76
you might also want to check negri electronics it's cheaper on their website, but i did not like their policies.

Entropy512 said:
And so far, only the ZL is being sold unlocked in the USA.
In theory, if you can import the C6602, it should be compatible with AT&T HSPA+ -
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Yes Z isn't available "yet" unlocked in the states without ordering from somewhere else.
The C6602 works with AT&T HSPA + without issue.....no in theory about it. It's what I have been using for the past few weeks.

That's too bad for sony, I guess they won't get a chance to redeem themselves after all.

[Q] Any plans to come to the US?

I have been trying to find a release date for this phone, but I don't even see any talk of it coming to the US.. Anyone know?

svfusion said:
I have been trying to find a release date for this phone, but I don't even see any talk of it coming to the US.. Anyone know?
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I haven't found any news on a US release yet either so I purchased the C6903 unlocked international model. It supports the LTE bands for T-Mobile. If you're with AT&T I've read you should get the C6906 model. Mine has shipped today, can't wait to get it!
Also, I ordered through clove.co.uk and will be receiving the Sony Smartwatch 2 towards the end of the month. It's included in your purchase. Handtec.co.uk was also offering this deal.

thepanttherlady said:
I haven't found any news on a US release yet either so I purchased the C6903 unlocked international model. It supports the LTE bands for T-Mobile. If you're with AT&T I've read you should get the C6906 model. Mine has shipped today, can't wait to get it!
Also, I ordered through clove.co.uk and will be receiving the Sony Smartwatch 2 towards the end of the month. It's included in your purchase. Handtec.co.uk was also offering this deal.
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Thanks!

I also order mine z1 from same website as you are two-day ago but I haven't received any email that can confirm my order delivered.when you order?now I see the website said outstock but when I order still have in stock
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In stock in US
paullu said:
I also order mine z1 from same website as you are two-day ago but I haven't received any email that can confirm my order delivered.when you order?now I see the website said outstock but when I order still have in stock
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This us site in Texas have the phone in stock gsmnation.com/sony-mobile-xperia-z1-c6903-unlocked.html

Any Canadians with carrier locked z1?

Would you please post if the bootloaders are locked or unlocked on your device and from which carrier thanks
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Bootloader is locked, Rogers C6906 , but network is unlockable if you purchase code. if you want an unlockable bootloader, 100% avoid sim-locked phone, just buy a sim free phone.

Where did you purchase the unlock code from ?
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Well, Google "unlock cell", unveils return tons of option, you will need to do research which one is reliable tho, some people go on ebay and it is cheaper at your own risk.
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maxboy said:
Bootloader is locked, Rogers C6906 , but network is unlockable if you purchase code. if you want an unlockable bootloader, 100% avoid sim-locked phone, just buy a sim free phone.
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Where did you get your 6906?...
Can you get more and sell em on ebay ?
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greatremix said:
Where did you get your 6906?...
Can you get more and sell em on ebay ?
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Arr.....i got mine from rogers, they seem to have some stocks that they said just drop by, no need to hold or reserve. so i GUESS Sony store has unlock phone in-stock too.
and i won't get more or selling, so, sorry man, lol.

Is Sony selling unlocked LTE model in Canada or only HSPA+?

maxboy said:
Arr.....i got mine from rogers, they seem to have some stocks that they said just drop by, no need to hold or reserve. so i GUESS Sony store has unlock phone in-stock too.
and i won't get more or selling, so, sorry man, lol.
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I am here in U.S. so I am definitely out of luck. /_\

maxboy said:
Bootloader is locked, Rogers C6906 , but network is unlockable if you purchase code. if you want an unlockable bootloader, 100% avoid sim-locked phone, just buy a sim free phone.
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Can you please try this to see if the bootloader is unlockable or not ? Thanks !
First, you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your phone by checking the service menu. In your phone, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.
In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
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attanasi0 said:
Can you please try this to see if the bootloader is unlockable or not ? Thanks !
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It is not
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
Roger 6906

fredastere said:
It is not
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
Roger 6906
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Ah damn ! Merci !

Unfortunately no Sony Store in the Toronto area has any unlocked phones in stock, or if they did they are hoarding them
Supposedly the stores will be getting their unlocked phones on Friday and stores are doing pre-orders now. This whole "launch" is pretty discouraging - as it seems like there are not that many phones available - my local store is only getting 4 black phones - I'm number 5 so won't be getting one until the end of October - which is when the next shipment is expected. I wasn't even told there was a pre-order system setup - even when I visited the store beforehand trying to get a glimpse of a display model. There wasn't any then, but there is one now - so my trip wasn't a total waste of time. Finally got a chance to see a working model.
Locked phones are available but seem to be selling slower - either that or they got more stock. Maybe Sony Canada didn't anticipate there would be demand for off-contract phones?
If anybody knows of any Toronto/GTA locations that still have open pre-orders I would like to know. A friend just picked up a Rogers locked one today.

ksoze said:
Unfortunately no Sony Store in the Toronto area has any unlocked phones in stock, or if they did they are hoarding them
Supposedly the stores will be getting their unlocked phones on Friday and stores are doing pre-orders now. This whole "launch" is pretty discouraging - as it seems like there are not that many phones available - my local store is only getting 4 black phones - I'm number 5 so won't be getting one until the end of October - which is when the next shipment is expected. I wasn't even told there was a pre-order system setup - even when I visited the store beforehand trying to get a glimpse of a display model. There wasn't any then, but there is one now - so my trip wasn't a total waste of time. Finally got a chance to see a working model.
Locked phones are available but seem to be selling slower - either that or they got more stock. Maybe Sony Canada didn't anticipate there would be demand for off-contract phones?
If anybody knows of any Toronto/GTA locations that still have open pre-orders I would like to know. A friend just picked up a Rogers locked one today.
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unlocked one doesn't start distributing until Friday at the earliest, yeah, they are only allocating a tiny amount to Canada which is why we are getting it first before the US.

attanasi0 said:
Ah damn ! Merci !
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anyone in canada get the new firmware update?

Gitaroo said:
anyone in canada get the new firmware update?
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I'm all updated and running on 14.1.G.1.534
So guess we're still one rev behind.

Hold on guys - what does this mean for US people? I'm about to get a Canadian friend to buy a Z1 from Bell and ship it over to me in the US for use with AT&T. Will I have any issues? I don't want to return another phone if it doesn't work for me.

AhsanU said:
Hold on guys - what does this mean for US people? I'm about to get a Canadian friend to buy a Z1 from Bell and ship it over to me in the US for use with AT&T. Will I have any issues? I don't want to return another phone if it doesn't work for me.
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I would advise against getting a Bell model - unless you're getting a discount. If you're paying the full price that Bell is asking for ($699 + tax), you might as well get the factory unlocked version directly from Sony for the same price. Rogers has the purple colour locked down if that's your preference, so only Black or White available from other sources.

ksoze said:
I would advise against getting a Bell model - unless you're getting a discount. If you're paying the full price that Bell is asking for ($699 + tax), you might as well get the factory unlocked version directly from Sony for the same price. Rogers has the purple colour locked down if that's your preference, so only Black or White available from other sources.
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Thing is, I've gotten pretty desperate. I contacted Bell and in order to be able to use the phone in the US, the carrier does need to unlock it. That's an added fee of 60 dollars from Bell. I also contacted a Sony store in Markham, ON and they said that the earliest I can get an unlocked one from them would be a month or so from now, or until their next shipment.

AhsanU said:
Thing is, I've gotten pretty desperate. I contacted Bell and in order to be able to use the phone in the US, the carrier does need to unlock it. That's an added fee of 60 dollars from Bell. I also contacted a Sony store in Markham, ON and they said that the earliest I can get an unlocked one from them would be a month or so from now, or until their next shipment.
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Just buy direct from Sony man - no need to pay extra for carrier unlock, and no carrier bloatware. Bell is selling it a $699, then you pay $60 to unlock, then there's the 13% Tax - that's about $860.
If you can't wait that long, see if you can get it from Rogers since they are selling it for $599 off-contract. At least you save a bit.
I myself will be getting it from my provider because hardware upgrade - picking one up tonight.

AhsanU said:
Thing is, I've gotten pretty desperate. I contacted Bell and in order to be able to use the phone in the US, the carrier does need to unlock it. That's an added fee of 60 dollars from Bell. I also contacted a Sony store in Markham, ON and they said that the earliest I can get an unlocked one from them would be a month or so from now, or until their next shipment.
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Alright - just got back home after fighting rush hour traffic from Yorkdale Mall.
This whole experience has seriously cast doubts as to whether I will ever purchase another new Sony phone again.
I have been given so much misinformation both over the phone and in person its getting ridiculous. It seems that they really want you to be physically at the store so that they can upsell you on other items - I was told over the phone that the box doesn't contain headphones, so that I should go there and pick out one or maybe even a bluetooth headset. All this when I just simply asked about the pre-order status.
The latest I have heard was that all stores are taking pre-orders and the warehouse will be shipping out units to the stores as they are placed. I had one salesperson tell me over the phone that the black unit was heavily back ordered (negative inventory), while the white was still available - only to get to the store and told that it doesn't matter - they're both backordered. They can't even guess at when I would be getting a phone. I was also told that the 18th was the official launch date and they weren't allowed to release the phones, which coincides with other info from this thread. The problem is that I was also told today that the Upper Canada Mall location had inventory since yesterday and they just sold the last one today!!! WTF? I've been told that I would get one next week, end of Oct. or even next month - this has all been extremely frustrating.
I really wish they would just allow you to pre-order online and have it shipped to the store like a normal retailer would.
AhsanU - if you want to put me in contact with your friend I can let them know when I receive my phones (2 on pre order), or ask them to get to the closest Sony store and just put down a deposit and hope for the best. Bell and Rogers are notorious for overcharging for everything, whereas Telus is a bit better, but they will all take advantage you given the chance. The unlocking fee is only supposed to be $50 but I'm not sure if they included the tax already. Why do they insist on locking the phones when you're either buying the phone outright or signing a contract that stipulates financial penalties when breaking said contract. In Asia, none of the phones are locked and companies actually compete with each other. I just hope there is a special place in hell for all these telecommunication executives...

[Q] Canadians..unlocked inventory

Any Canadian's find unlocked Z1 stock at their local Sony Store this weekend?

All Sony Store in GTA said they are BO & no ETA. The Sony Store website says they have it in-stock but really it BO also.

I had pre-ordered two Z1's last week, both stores just called me today - one after the other >_<
If anybody is interested, I will have a black and white one in hand.
Just a word of warning - it states on the box that only the phone, USB and charger are included. It looks like the warning from Sony salespeople that no headphones are included is correct.

A bit OT, but when you anyone gets their hands on an unlocked Z1, can you extract the firmware? I'd love to flash it over my Rogers Z1.
Btw, the unit I got from Rogers (Wireless Wave) had headphones included.

ksoze said:
I had pre-ordered two Z1's last week, both stores just called me today - one after the other >_<
If anybody is interested, I will have a black and white one in hand.
Just a word of warning - it states on the box that only the phone, USB and charger are included. It looks like the warning from Sony salespeople that no headphones are included is correct.
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I want to trade my C6093 for a C6906 to get LTE on AT&T in the US soo bad...

ksoze said:
I had pre-ordered two Z1's last week, both stores just called me today - one after the other >_<
If anybody is interested, I will have a black and white one in hand.
Just a word of warning - it states on the box that only the phone, USB and charger are included. It looks like the warning from Sony salespeople that no headphones are included is correct.
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Silly question -- C6906, correct?

That is correct. C6906 Unlocked. No headphones and no extra screen protector like I've seen on YouTube unboxings. So not only do I have the privelege of paying more for the phone, but I get less for it. Real classy Sony.
How do you go about extracting the Firmware? This will be my first Sony phone - I have been using HTC and Samsung phones prior. And how do you check if your bootloader is unlockable without actually unlocking it?
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Ok - looks like I have 2 PMs asking about the Z1s - yes they are unlocked as I had pre-ordered that version last week.
I have not picked up the phones yet, but the stores have called me telling me that they are available and waiting for me.
Now I don't really have any particular aversion to shipping to the US - I presume you all want this model for the AT&T frequencies - but are you all certain that the C6903 won't work in your area? I have seen threads alluding to imported Z1s with working LTE on AT&T ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2476868 )
The reason why I hesitate to agree to shipping the phones out is due to the extra costs + custom fees? I will be charged tax on my purchase of the phone, so you are already looking at $791 CAD before any shipping costs. [Ontario has 13% sales tax]
Your best bet is to find somebody from Alberta - their sales tax for the Province is only 5%

To check boot loader unlock, type *#*#7348423#*#* on the dialler. Then go to
Service info > configuration > rooting status.
As far as extracting the rom, it's somewhere in the forum. I'll point you the link when i find it.
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Sorry, its *#*#7378423#*#*. I would've edited by XDA app is acting up.
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Thanks Aridoasis - yes bootloader unlock is allowed.
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ksoze, here's how to create a get the firmware and create the ftf file: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2334653
Looks like only the carrier unlocked versions have unlockable bootloaders. Rogers bootloader is locked.

Am in US, but badlyneed the c6906 version, does any know how to get it? Answers appreciated
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Ehoneah said:
Am in US, but badlyneed the c6906 version, does any know how to get it? Answers appreciated
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Sony stores in Canada are in short supply of the 6906. Other option would be to buy one from Bell, Rogers or Telus and unlock it. Remember that the Carriers are boot loader locked and cannot be unlocked.

I grabbed the last one from the Niagara Falls store this morning.

Is the version on Sony store C6906. The specifications show c6902, no LTE. Please if you had the c6906 version on sony store let me know. Thanks
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Ehoneah said:
Is the version on Sony store C6906. The specifications show c6902, no LTE. Please if you had the c6906 version on sony store let me know. Thanks
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Yes, C6906 is what is sold in Canada.

All Canadian (for VANCOUVER at least) Xperia Z1 "06" has a bootloader LOCKED.Status says no for bootloader, few of my friends got it through carriers and one got it through sony store and all says the same.
If bootloader matters that much to you then dont get it through any carriers or even the sony stores.
If youre living in Vancouver and you want a "03" Z1 with LTE, you can head over to Lansdowne, called "Mobile DNA." Bought all my phones from them, and they are seling it for $701 CAD before tax. if you pay cash then you dont have to pay the tax.

I put in an order for the white Z1 at the Eaton's Centre last week. I called them today and they said they still have no ETA.

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I put in an order for the white Z1 at the Eaton's Centre last week. I called them today and they said they still have no ETA.
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When I was at the Sony store looking for one, they said they had a waiting list and that Sony completely underestimated the demand for unlocked ones. I may just grab a Rogers one and be done with it.

Purehazard said:
When I was at the Sony store looking for one, they said they had a waiting list and that Sony completely underestimated the demand for unlocked ones. I may just grab a Rogers one and be done with it.
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But then you have to wait for rogers to push your OTA updates, that's the only reason I ordered the unlocked one.

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But then you have to wait for rogers to push your OTA updates, that's the only reason I ordered the unlocked one.
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Not really... If we can get someone to dump the stock firmware, we can flash that. Though I think bootloader will remain locked.