I realize the Note 4 just shipped and only a few people already have theirs (I am in that group - awesome phone)
Wondering if anyone has found a Sim Unlock that works with this phone? I have no patience and want to unlock so I can use the TMOBILE PHONE on my ATT Network - and none of the online sites for unlocking mention the Note 4 - so I was wondering if anyone has successfully found a site that works? or a Method that works?
Suggestions?
http://www.ebay.com/sch/the-unlocking-team/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
these guys replied to me question about unlocking t-mo note 4 when I asked them the other day, saying they should be able to do it.
I have ordered it already, i'll post back if it works out.
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http://www.ebay.com/sch/the-unlocking-team/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
these guys replied to me question about unlocking t-mo note 4 when I asked them the other day, saying they should be able to do it.
I have ordered it already, i'll post back if it works out.
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Thanks - l got the same kind of answer from http://www.cellfservices.com/ I used them on my S5 - but it is taking longer this time than it ever has in the past - so I got nervous and put up this thread to see what anyone else had found.
I seem to remember there was a way to unlock your Sim Card using Samsung Secret Codes - but I didn't know if that would work for the Note 4?
I am trying cellunlocker.net. They said they should be able to do it, but no unlock yet since I just put it in.
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I am trying cellunlocker.net. They said they should be able to do it, but no unlock yet since I just put it in.
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Not to be funny, but did you choose SM-N910 as the phone model? I only ask because technically the tmobile one is 910T, and I didn't see that one listed. I assume I'm just being overcautious. Can't wait to get this baby unlocked to ATT.
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Not to be funny, but did you choose SM-N910 as the phone model? I only ask because technically the tmobile one is 910T, and I didn't see that one listed. I assume I'm just being overcautious. Can't wait to get this baby unlocked to ATT.
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I selected SM-N910 and I sent them two emails telling them the model number that shows up in settings is SM-N910T. As soon as I hear one way or the other I will post here, in case you want to wait and see if some other vendor comes up with it first (or cheaper).
EDIT: I just got a note from them. They said to use model SM-N910 on the web site to order. Still no unlock yet. Patiently waiting...
Second Edit: They are having trouble getting an unlock. They are looking for a secondary source
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Second Edit: They are having trouble getting an unlock. They are looking for a secondary source
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im so impatient lol. i wanna cancel this tmobile plan asap.
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im so impatient lol. i wanna cancel this tmobile plan asap.
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The result of your journey will dictate whether or not I purchase through t mobile or shoot myself in the foot and buy AT$T note 4. Hang in their man I'll pray for you.
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And rekman are you taking it to AT&T? If so once it's unlocked can you tell us if there are connection issues that others have reported?
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I selected SM-N910 and I sent them two emails telling them the model number that shows up in settings is SM-N910T. As soon as I hear one way or the other I will post here, in case you want to wait and see if some other vendor comes up with it first (or cheaper).
EDIT: I just got a note from them. They said to use model SM-N910 on the web site to order. Still no unlock yet. Patiently waiting...
Second Edit: They are having trouble getting an unlock. They are looking for a secondary source
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What about other options? I seem to recall seeing a thread about unlocking using Samsung Secret Codes - I have searched and can't find it - not sure if anyone else has seen this -
Another possible option worth looking into --when the NOTE 3 came out - REGIONS were a problem for people who had bought phones outside of the region they wanted to use the phone in - Chain Fire created a REGION AWAY flashable fire and we discovered that Flashing the REGION AWAY from Chain Fire had the additional benefit of unlocking the sim card - that is how I unlocked my NOTE 3 - but I am not sure if REGION AWAY would work on the NOTE 4???
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im so impatient lol. i wanna cancel this tmobile plan asap.
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If there is no unlock within a couple of days, I'm canceling and returning. I cannot get a TMOB signal inside my house. Outside, I can get one bar. I am sure someone will eventually unlock it, but I am not going to suffer under their 2 year contract for crapulant service.
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If there is no unlock within a couple of days, I'm canceling and returning. I cannot get a TMOB signal inside my house. Outside, I can get one bar. I am sure someone will eventually unlock it, but I am not going to suffer under their 2 year contract for crapulant service.
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If root is available try an app called region lockaway I know when I 1st got my note 3 I was able to unlock my sim. The app is by chainfire
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If root is available try an app called region lockaway I know when I 1st got my note 3 I was able to unlock my sim. The app is by chainfire
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I went ahead and gave it a shot and unfortunatelly it did not work. I don't know if there is something Chainfire could do to make the ap more compatible with the NOte 4 or even if that would make a difference.
When I installed the ap and ran it - it seemed to work correctly - said to reboot - but on reboot it was still locked.
more suggestions are appreciated -
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I went ahead and gave it a shot and unfortunatelly it did not work. I don't know if there is something Chainfire could do to make the ap more compatible with the NOte 4 or even if that would make a difference.
When I installed the ap and ran it - it seemed to work correctly - said to reboot - but on reboot it was still locked.
I'm desperate for a solution lol because I haven't pre ordered yet and I wanna see if there's an unlock found before I buy
more suggestions are appreciated -
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Would taking it t mobile and telling them you're going out of country work?
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Would taking it t mobile and telling them you're going out of country work?
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I went ahead and gave it a shot and unfortunatelly it did not work. I don't know if there is something Chainfire could do to make the ap more compatible with the NOte 4 or even if that would make a difference.
When I installed the ap and ran it - it seemed to work correctly - said to reboot - but on reboot it was still locked.
more suggestions are appreciated -
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Try putting another sim card from another carrier and see if it works the same thing happened with my note 3
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No I tried before
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Just really anxious to find out if this gonna get unlocked soon because I wanna pre order to take advantage of the 200$ promo. Why does AT&T boot loader policy have to suck so much [emoji24]
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No I tried before
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Try putting another sim card from another carrier and see if it works the same thing happened with my note 3
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I first tried to do it with the TMOBILE sim in place.
when that didn't work, I tried it with the ATT sim in place.
no Go
I am sure someone is going to figure out how to unlck this phone - I have unlocked an S4 - Note 3 - S5 and while some had issues initially, they all got unlocked eventually - hopefully it will be sooner rather than later...
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I first tried to do it with the TMOBILE sim in place.
when that didn't work, I tried it with the ATT sim in place.
no Go
I am sure someone is going to figure out how to unlck this phone - I have unlocked an S4 - Note 3 - S5 and while some had issues initially, they all got unlocked eventually - hopefully it will be sooner rather than later...
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Do you use all those phones on AT&T? Have you noticed any data speed decrease or something along those lines?
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Do you use all those phones on AT&T? Have you noticed any data speed decrease or something along those lines?
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I have used all of those phones on ATT and I never had data issues - speeds are great (better than TMOBILE for me anyway - some people love tmobile and say the speed is great - not the case for me at all)
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I have used all of those phones on ATT and I never had data issues - speeds are great (better than TMOBILE for me anyway - some people love tmobile and say the speed is great - not the case for me at all)
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Also have you had the ability to compare to an actual AT&T to see if there is a big difference in data speed? Just wanna know before I cash out a large amount on this phone lol
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Also have you had the ability to compare to an actual AT&T to see if there is a big difference in data speed? Just wanna know before I cash out a large amount on this phone lol
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I dont have two of the same devices - but I do have a note 4 and an S5 right now -
When I do a speed test from my hone on the S5 (Att) I get about 8MB down - and 4 MBup (I get much faster in other parts of the city - but at my home that is pretty typical)
When I do a speed test on TMOBILE at my home - I barely get 1.5 MB up and about the same Down -
There could be a lot of reasons why Att is better for me than Tmobile - Tower location is a big one - but for me - I don't have any data issues using a TMOBILE PHONE on ATT.
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hello just got my tmobile galaxy note 3 today,I was wondering if anyone else was able to unlock the sim yet to work on at&t,or know how to.i would appriciate any help,trying to get my att sim to work
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hello just got my tmobile galaxy note 3 today,I was wondering if anyone else was able to unlock the sim yet to work on at&t,or know how to.i would appriciate any help,trying to get my att sim to work
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Tmobile has to give you the unlock code. Go to tmobile store, get to unlocked and report back so we can know if LTE works
TMOBILE UNLOCKED and RUNNING ON ATT
I bought the Note 3 - TMOBILE version because I didn't want to deal with a locked Bootloader from ATT. After getting home, I purchased an unlock code online and within 10 minutes my phone was unlocked - I added the ATT APN and 4G LTE came thru just fine - did a SpeedTest.net speed test and had 34MBS down and 8MBS up - I am very happy,
It cost me $24 for the unlock code - I suppose I could have waited until someone figured out a way do it for free - but patience is not one of my better virtues.
I had to sign up for TMOBILE service to get this - but I Plan on cancelling my account later today. And will just keep the phone (which I paid for anyway)
So that's my story - I am happily running the NOTE 3 On ATT - and I don't have to worry about a locked Bootloader. But I did have to jump thru some hoops to make it all come together. I must be crazy.....lol
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I bought the Note 3 - TMOBILE version because I didn't want to deal with a locked Bootloader from ATT. After getting home, I purchased an unlock code online and within 10 minutes my phone was unlocked - I added the ATT APN and 4G LTE came thru just fine - did a SpeedTest.net speed test and had 34MBS down and 8MBS up - I am very happy,
It cost me $24 for the unlock code - I suppose I could have waited until someone figured out a way do it for free - but patience is not one of my better virtues.
I had to sign up for TMOBILE service to get this - but I Plan on cancelling my account later today. And will just keep the phone (which I paid for anyway)
So that's my story - I am happily running the NOTE 3 On ATT - and I don't have to worry about a locked Bootloader. But I did have to jump thru some hoops to make it all come together. I must be crazy.....lol
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Can you tell what was the website where you got to unlock the phone?
Also, I think T-Mobile has locked bootloader according to these threads.''
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2456617
do you have LTE?
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I bought the Note 3 - TMOBILE version because I didn't want to deal with a locked Bootloader from ATT. After getting home, I purchased an unlock code online and within 10 minutes my phone was unlocked - I added the ATT APN and 4G LTE came thru just fine - did a SpeedTest.net speed test and had 34MBS down and 8MBS up - I am very happy,
It cost me $24 for the unlock code - I suppose I could have waited until someone figured out a way do it for free - but patience is not one of my better virtues.
I had to sign up for TMOBILE service to get this - but I Plan on cancelling my account later today. And will just keep the phone (which I paid for anyway)
So that's my story - I am happily running the NOTE 3 On ATT - and I don't have to worry about a locked Bootloader. But I did have to jump thru some hoops to make it all come together. I must be crazy.....lol
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Cancel fee? How much?
starrscream22 said:
Also, I think T-Mobile has locked bootloader according to these threads.''
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2456617
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That is old info. TWRP recovery and CF auto root already available.
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mocsab said:
I bought the Note 3 - TMOBILE version because I didn't want to deal with a locked Bootloader from ATT. After getting home, I purchased an unlock code online and within 10 minutes my phone was unlocked - I added the ATT APN and 4G LTE came thru just fine - did a SpeedTest.net speed test and had 34MBS down and 8MBS up - I am very happy,
It cost me $24 for the unlock code - I suppose I could have waited until someone figured out a way do it for free - but patience is not one of my better virtues.
I had to sign up for TMOBILE service to get this - but I Plan on cancelling my account later today. And will just keep the phone (which I paid for anyway)
So that's my story - I am happily running the NOTE 3 On ATT - and I don't have to worry about a locked Bootloader. But I did have to jump thru some hoops to make it all come together. I must be crazy.....lol
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Thanks for confirming LTE!
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That is old info. TWRP recovery and CF auto root already available.
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Thanks for confirming LTE!
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so bootloader is confirmed to be unlocked?
starrscream22 said:
so bootloader is confirmed to be unlocked?
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Yes, links are in my guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2464498
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Yes, links are in my guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2464498
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Thanks! Is there a way to flash the stock OS international and use on t-mobile? Asking because I hate the white dialer and white text messaging theme. Prefer the black and blue of international version.
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Thanks! Is there a way to flash the stock OS international and use on t-mobile? Asking because I hate the white dialer and white text messaging theme. Prefer the black and blue of international version.
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I wouldn't flash the international version. Not much is known about the compatibility yet. I bet the dialer and the text theme will be ported over just need to give the devs some time. You might be able to grab the dialer.apk from the international version though and install it.
Do you guys think it won't be an optimal experience having a T-Mobile phone running on AT&T? Wasn't sure if AT&T includes anything on their phones to optimize it for their network? Maybe I am over thinking this..
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Do you guys think it won't be an optimal experience having a T-Mobile phone running on AT&T? Wasn't sure if AT&T includes anything on their phones to optimize it for their network? Maybe I am over thinking this..
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You are over thinking it.
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Do you guys think it won't be an optimal experience having a T-Mobile phone running on AT&T? Wasn't sure if AT&T includes anything on their phones to optimize it for their network? Maybe I am over thinking this..
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I very much doubt it. But with as much dev support as the Tmobile version is going to have I bet it runs better.
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I wouldn't flash the international version. Not much is known about the compatibility yet. I bet the dialer and the text theme will be ported over just need to give the devs some time. You might be able to grab the dialer.apk from the international version though and install it.
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how do you install .apk files? does it have to be rooted
i am beginner in these topics.
starrscream22 said:
how do you install .apk files? does it have to be rooted
i am beginner in these topics.
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Yes you need root since the dialer is a system app. I would start a thread in the tmobile q&a forum asking for what you want. The dialer and the text app. It is off topic here. Good luck!
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Can you tell what was the website where you got to unlock the phone?
Also, I think T-Mobile has locked bootloader according to these threads.''
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2456617
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Here is the URL where I purchased the SIM Unlock code - (cost $24.95) www.cellunlocker.net
Regarding TMOBILE LOCKED BOOTLOADER _ I read those threads I didn't see anything in them that indicated anyone knew that the TMOBILE Note3 had a locked Bootloader - in fact Chain Fire has already released CF AUTO ROOT for TMO Note 3 - don't think it would work if it had a locked Bootloader - and TWRP and CWM have both updated recoveries for TMO Note 3 - so I think your concerns are unwarranted.
I have not yet rooted my phone, only because I am at work and Plan to do it when I get home tonight. I will report back once I have successfully rooted.
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Tmobile has to give you the unlock code. Go to tmobile store, get to unlocked and report back so we can know if LTE works
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what apn did you ad? i cant get LTE on my note 3.
porkaysi said:
what apn did you ad? i cant get LTE on my note 3.
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Did you use the one here? Also there is a video guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2464498
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Did you use the one here? Also there is a video guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2464498
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i tried that already.
Posted in a couple threads but thought I should start a new one so that people could give it a try if they wanted...
I can tell you that I have had my S6 for about 4 days and I put my prepaid sim card in it instead of the one it came with (had to create a postpaid account so that I could get this phone!). I tried to unlock with the app on the phone and it told me NO, I am not eligible to do that, but I just tried it a 3rd time about 30 mins ago and BOOM! I am permanently unlocked and can confirm that AT&T works great! The phone rebooted and it automatically froze the unlock app. LOL I un froze the app and sure enough, I am perm unlocked! Not bad for using the phone for less than a week and not calling T-Mobile even once to ask. Just wanted to give people a heads up in case u wanted to try this yourself with a pre-paid sim (if u have a prepaid account, of course). I love my $30 plan! :good:
Damn might have to try this out. Thanks!
omg. att customer here. I want to get a Tmobile phone for a long time (unlocked bootloader)
Can you tell me how did u order it and unlock it more specific?
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omg. att customer here. I want to get a Tmobile phone for a long time (unlocked bootloader)
Can you tell me how did u order it and unlock it more specific?
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TMOBILE S6 has an unlocked bootloader - BUT the SIM CARD is locked - the guy who posted here was apparently a long time customer on TMOBILE and because he has had an active account for longer than 40 days, he can unlock his sim card using the ap that comes on the phone. BUT if you want to use tmobile S6 on ATT - y ou may have to wait 40 days to get the SIM Card unlocked - unless you possibly know someone who has been on TMOBILE for a while and they let you use their SIM Card to get your phone unlocked....
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TMOBILE S6 has an unlocked bootloader - BUT the SIM CARD is locked - the guy who posted here was apparently a long time customer on TMOBILE and because he has had an active account for longer than 40 days, he can unlock his sim card using the ap that comes on the phone. BUT if you want to use tmobile S6 on ATT - y ou may have to wait 40 days to get the SIM Card unlocked - unless you possibly know someone who has been on TMOBILE for a while and they let you use their SIM Card to get your phone unlocked....
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so just put friends tmobile sim in there, and launch that app right after? or..... u are saying I HAVE TO let my friend play with my NEW S6 for few days. then use that app to unlock it.
Any other way I can get unlocked tmobile devices? I think last time I saw staples.com was selling unlocked tmobile lg g3.
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so just put friends tmobile sim in there, and launch that app right after? or..... u are saying I HAVE TO let my friend play with my NEW S6 for few days. then use that app to unlock it.
Any other way I can get unlocked tmobile devices? I think last time I saw staples.com was selling unlocked tmobile lg g3.
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I am not the one who discovered this - but from my understanding - you should be able to put the TMOBILE Sim Card into the phone (from the friend who has been on TMOBILE for a long time) and from what someone else said, the unlock ap wil unlock hyour phone. Then switch the Sim Card with the ATT sim card and you should be good to go.
Check oout the QA Thread for details - here is the post where someone else explained it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-galaxy-s6/help/unlocked-s6-att-t3069140/page2 GOOD LUCK -i hope it works for you - I don't know anyone on TMOBILE so I can't try it myself yet...
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I am not the one who discovered this - but from my understanding - you should be able to put the TMOBILE Sim Card into the phone (from the friend who has been on TMOBILE for a long time) and from what someone else said, the unlock ap wil unlock hyour phone. Then switch the Sim Card with the ATT sim card and you should be good to go.
Check oout the QA Thread for details - here is the post where someone else explained it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmobile-galaxy-s6/help/unlocked-s6-att-t3069140/page2 GOOD LUCK -i hope it works for you - I don't know anyone on TMOBILE so I can't try it myself yet...
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thanks a lot.
Tmobiles coverage sxck in my area.
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thanks a lot.
Tmobiles coverage sxck in my area.
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mine too. really bad by comparison to ATT
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TMOBILE S6 has an unlocked bootloader - BUT the SIM CARD is locked - the guy who posted here was apparently a long time customer on TMOBILE and because he has had an active account for longer than 40 days, he can unlock his sim card using the ap that comes on the phone. BUT if you want to use tmobile S6 on ATT - y ou may have to wait 40 days to get the SIM Card unlocked - unless you possibly know someone who has been on TMOBILE for a while and they let you use their SIM Card to get your phone unlocked....
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There seems to be some misinformation in this thread. I am a prepaid customer who hops around from different prepaid companies for the best rate plan/price and am currently with Harbor Mobile (T-Mobile agent) and I purchased some minutes for my prepaid $30 plan on T-Mobile prior to grabbing the S6 JUST so i could test out the unlocking. The unlock rules apply to each device that are on your account so while I may have been on T-Mobile prepaid for about a year, it was off and on and NOT continuous service which you must have at least 40 days of continuous service PER device that u want to unlock. So, I unlocked my Note 4 a couple of months ago through them but I just received my S6 so I would have had to wait 40 days to get my unlock because it's a new device AND I have failed to maintain continuous service for 40 days anyways, even if the other rule applied. Also, the reason I mentioned that it worked on the 3rd or 4th day I had the phone is because it literally takes T-Mobiles system that damn long for them to actually tell which device you have on their network. I don't know why they can't tell right away but I have swapped devices many times and I have found out that the 3 day rule applies ( at least to prepaid) cause when I call them up for a question or problem after I have swapped my phone they have no idea which one I'm using so anyway, I just wanted to give some more insight on what I have experienced through my time with T-Mobile prepaid and how their system works based on what I have been told and my experiences. I can almost guarantee you aren't just going to be able to throw your buddies sim in and unlock your phone! That would just be waaaay too easy and why would any carrier want to give you the easy way out?? LOL Anyways, take care guys and hopefully I helped answer a few questions. I will be off and on so I can answer any questions u may have relating to my experiences. You most certainly can try any method you think may work but I think I got lucky somehow and really it was VERY odd! I think it will be figured out very soon though so no need to worry as we already know they can be unlocked and I already confirmed this model works with AT&T 100%. :good:
Were u rooted when u unlocked it?
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shooterlgk said:
Were u rooted when u unlocked it?
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Sure was! I had some thing froze as well...
Can u share? ..I was just messing with the unlock app and I just kept clicking it and I got temporary unlock to work..would b nice to have permanent unlock ..
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shooterlgk said:
Can u share? ..I was just messing with the unlock app and I just kept clicking it and I got temporary unlock to work..would b nice to have permanent unlock ..
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Used my friend's Tmobile SIM card, and tried permanently unlocking it, didn't work. Even Temporary unlock didn't work. He's been a long time customer with TMo
I can confirm that official T-Mobile "Device Unlock" app unlocked my phone. First thing I did when I got the phone.. Using the T-Mobile Sim that came with the phone, opened up Device Unlock (pre-installed by the way), confirmed to unlock, no freezing no nothing it just worked and rebooted.
Phone is on a business account, upgraded via Jump 1.0, unlock prior to the OTA if any of this matters
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I can confirm that official T-Mobile "Device Unlock" app unlocked my phone. First thing I did when I got the phone.. Using the T-Mobile Sim that came with the phone, opened up Device Unlock (pre-installed by the way), confirmed to unlock, no freezing no nothing it just worked and rebooted.
Phone is on a business account, upgraded via Jump 1.0, unlock prior to the OTA if any of this matters
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It sure does. Business accounts can be unlocked much quicker than personal accounts. Lucky you, enjoy her--she's a beast
i paid in full for the s6 , when i tried to unlock with the app it said cannot be unlocked , contacted the cust. support and they said you have to wait 40 days
i went to twitter and wrote some tweets to @Tmobile usa and they responded immediately and after showing them the proof of my purchase they said to try the app again and it worked ,,,
twitter helps
Just to be clear...
Everyone who successfully attempted this paid off the phone in full?
No EIP? Correct?
Just here to check updates. I am a full on tmo customer and am thinking of trying this. Even though I don't need it. Would be nice to just have it.
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Everyone who successfully attempted this paid off the phone in full?
No EIP? Correct?
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You can get it temporarily unlocked if still on eip for like going put of the country but not permanent. Has to be paid on full and used on the network for 40 days unless they give you a special unlock if you ***** enough
seshaz said:
You can get it temporarily unlocked if still on eip for like going put of the country but not permanent. Has to be paid on full and used on the network for 40 days unless they give you a special unlock if you ***** enough
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about to start *****ing in the morning..
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scorpio_bpl86 said:
i paid in full for the s6 , when i tried to unlock with the app it said cannot be unlocked , contacted the cust. support and they said you have to wait 40 days
i went to twitter and wrote some tweets to @Tmobile usa and they responded immediately and after showing them the proof of my purchase they said to try the app again and it worked ,,,
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im going to try this. how did the conversation go down. i need this unlocked. im dying paying for 2 services when i only need 1. pm me please if you want to keep it more private. im thinking of just telling them i need it unlocked, that i paid in full, send them my proof of purchase and having them unlock my stuff.
I'm very interested in the S6 Active, but I live in Canada. I am wondering if AT&T sells the phone unlocked if I buy it outright? Actually, would AT&T even sell me the phone if I am not a current customer? If not, does anyone know a way around that?
MizuRyuu said:
I'm very interested in the S6 Active, but I live in Canada. I am wondering if AT&T sells the phone unlocked if I buy it outright? Actually, would AT&T even sell me the phone if I am not a current customer? If not, does anyone know a way around that?
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Yes if you pay full price they'll defiantly sell it to you, pretty sure they'll unlock too since your buying it outright.
I think the Canadian Carriers will get it soon - they Carried the S5 Active. Just wait..
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MizuRyuu said:
I'm very interested in the S6 Active, but I live in Canada. I am wondering if AT&T sells the phone unlocked if I buy it outright? Actually, would AT&T even sell me the phone if I am not a current customer? If not, does anyone know a way around that?
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BTW - Does the LTE bands the AT&T model match Canadian LTE?? might be worth waiting it out..
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I think the Canadian Carriers will get it soon - they Carried the S5 Active. Just wait..
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BTW - Does the LTE bands the AT&T model match Canadian LTE?? might be worth waiting it out..
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They might get it... but last year, the S5 didn't come out until about October. I'm not sure I'm willing to wait 4 month for the possibility that Canada might get the phone. Hence my questions.
Thanks for the reminder regarding the LTE bands, I'll check to make sure it is compatible
EDIT: Luckily, AT&T and Rogers mostly sure the same LTE bands, so should be fine there
If the phone is paid for in full then AT&T has to grant you an unlock code - you just go to their website and request it. I requested it in the evening and received the code the next morning.
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/#/
Just make sure you choose that you are not an AT&T customer.
Can confirm the above. Picked mine up from best buy requested unlock code from AT&T and had it next morning. O am using it on T-Mobile.
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What about the boot loader?
I'm curious if the unlocked version comes without the AT&T boot loader. I have the Moto X, unlocked through AT&T but still cannot remove the boot loader. Can use the phone anywhere that offers the same GSM frequencies though.
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Can confirm the above. Picked mine up from best buy requested unlock code from AT&T and had it next morning. O am using it on T-Mobile.
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I'm curious if the unlocked version comes without the AT&T boot loader. I have the Moto X, unlocked through AT&T but still cannot remove the boot loader. Can use the phone anywhere that offers the same GSM frequencies though.
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Nope. Bootloader is the same on all S6 Actives. Because it is an AT&T exclusive.
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S6 Active in UK on Vodafone
Hi, I too am very interested in getting an S6 Active (replace old S4 Active). I'm in the UK, on Vodafone who use LTE 7, 20 [2.6GHz, 800MHz] for 4G I think, which are all in the S6 specs. So if I got an AT&T S6 Active unlocked, anyone care to advise if it should work fine in the UK on Vodafone?
Thanks very much in advance.
I'm getting told a different story...
I've spoken to best buy and all my local Att shops and they all say they will not sell a galaxy s6 active without adding it to an existing Att account or creating a new one. Then they told me that I couldn't get it unlocked until I've had the plan for anywhere from 2-6 months. I can't get a straight story about the delayed unlocking. I have T-Mobile and would LOVE to purchase the phone outright and unlock it and use it right away on T-Mobile. How did you guys buy the phones without having a plan added? Thanks!
Did you use someone else's account?
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Can confirm the above. Picked mine up from best buy requested unlock code from AT&T and had it next morning. O am using it on T-Mobile.
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How did you get them to sell you one without activating it and adding it to a current ATT account or forcing you to sign up for service with them? I called and they said that even if you purchase it outright, they MUST add it/create a new ATT account before you leave. So lame...
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How did you get them to sell you one without activating it and adding it to a current ATT account or forcing you to sign up for service with them? I called and they said that even if you purchase it outright, they MUST add it/create a new ATT account before you leave. So lame...
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The ATT store will not sell it unless you have an account. When I went into best buy they said no problem. Just ask for an S6 active and tell them you want to but it out right. They don't care. If the salesman says you need to have an active line ask for another one. When I brought mine I got a $100 gift card for buying the phone outright, was not expecting it and it was a nice perk.
For unlocking ATT policy, you can find it on their website, states that if you are not an ATT customer and have a phone that is not activated on ATT and is not black listed that they will unlock it for free. I just filled out the form and the next day i had the unlock code. You can Google the policy for exact wording. They will not unlock it in store.
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The ATT store will not sell it unless you have an account. When I went into best buy they said no problem. Just ask for an S6 active and tell them you want to but it out right. They don't care. If the salesman says you need to have an active line ask for another one. When I brought mine I got a $100 gift card for buying the phone outright, was not expecting it and it was a nice perk.
For unlocking ATT policy, you can find it on their website, states that if you are not an ATT customer and have a phone that is not activated on ATT and is not black listed that they will unlock it for free. I just filled out the form and the next day i had the unlock code. You can Google the policy for exact wording. They will not unlock it in store.
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AT&T store sold it to me outright, no AT&T account. I was able to get unlock code from the website by next day. The store even helped show me how to do it.
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The ATT store will not sell it unless you have an account. When I went into best buy they said no problem. Just ask for an S6 active and tell them you want to but it out right. They don't care. If the salesman says you need to have an active line ask for another one. When I brought mine I got a $100 gift card for buying the phone outright, was not expecting it and it was a nice perk.
For unlocking ATT policy, you can find it on their website, states that if you are not an ATT customer and have a phone that is not activated on ATT and is not black listed that they will unlock it for free. I just filled out the form and the next day i had the unlock code. You can Google the policy for exact wording. They will not unlock it in store.
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Thank you! I texted my friend who works there and he talked with a guy and they made it happen! Thanks guys!
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Thank you! I texted my friend who works there and he talked with a guy and they made it happen! Thanks guys!
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The ATT store will not sell it unless you have an account. When I went into best buy they said no problem. Just ask for an S6 active and tell them you want to but it out right. They don't care. If the salesman says you need to have an active line ask for another one. When I brought mine I got a $100 gift card for buying the phone outright, was not expecting it and it was a nice perk.
For unlocking ATT policy, you can find it on their website, states that if you are not an ATT customer and have a phone that is not activated on ATT and is not black listed that they will unlock it for free. I just filled out the form and the next day i had the unlock code. You can Google the policy for exact wording. They will not unlock it in store.
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That is great, now... can you pleae report how well the S6 active from AT&T works on the T-mobile network? How are the LTE speeds? and the 3g as well.. as I think it misses some of Tmobiles bands. How is the calling quality on T-mobile and reception? Does it have the new band 12 compatible with the new Tmobile band 12? Do you know if it they have root access already? and of course... what about wifi calling? I am assuming this feature does not work with this phone. We appreciate answers to those questions.
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That is great, now... can you pleae report how well the S6 active from AT&T works on the T-mobile network? How are the LTE speeds? and the 3g as well.. as I think it misses some of Tmobiles bands. How is the calling quality on T-mobile and reception? Does it have the new band 12 compatible with the new Tmobile band 12? Do you know if it they have root access already? and of course... what about wifi calling? I am assuming this feature does not work with this phone. We appreciate answers to those questions.
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The phone is compatible with attached t-mobile bands except 12. Band 12 does not concern me that much since I am an in area that does not have it. Speeds otherwise are the same as tmobile.
There is no WiFi calling option as this is exclusive to t-mobile. I am keeping an old phone tmobile around for when I travel international and use WiFi calling.
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So far...very frustrating
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That is great, now... can you pleae report how well the S6 active from AT&T works on the T-mobile network? How are the LTE speeds? and the 3g as well.. as I think it misses some of T mobiles bands. How is the calling quality on T-mobile and reception? Does it have the new band 12 compatible with the new Tmobile band 12? Do you know if it they have root access already? and of course... what about wifi calling? I am assuming this feature does not work with this phone. We appreciate answers to those questions.
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Received the unlock code and it worked like a charm, however everything else has been an issue. T-mobile set me up with a sim card and activated it and I can make calls fine, but the data is TERRIBLY slow. As in, I used to get 10mbps easily all around Charlotte (my home city) but now I'm getting MAYBE .88mbps. Also, the top where it says "lte" keeps disappearing and just showing the bars and the data cuts off completely. I'll make a call, and then after I hang up, the symbol comes back for a little while. I've reset the APN settings, done them manually with some info I found online, but it's still an issue. If anyone could help me, that'd be amazing.
Also, not software related, the actual screen has an issue. It's not the worst thing ever, but in direct sunlight there is a box around the screen about .25 inches in from the edge. It's almost like the glue they used to attach the glass to the screen isn't clear, but nearly clear. It shows up best on a white background with direct sunlight and the back-light turned up all the way, but it's visible on everything but black. VERY annoying.
I'm going to keep working with it (have factory reset twice now) for a couple of hours, but if it doesn't get figured out I have to return it. I use the phone for work and I literally cannot be without a stable connection.
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Received the unlock code and it worked like a charm, however everything else has been an issue. T-mobile set me up with a sim card and activated it and I can make calls fine, but the data is TERRIBLY slow. As in, I used to get 10mbps easily all around Charlotte (my home city) but now I'm getting MAYBE .88mbps. Also, the top where it says "lte" keeps disappearing and just showing the bars and the data cuts off completely. I'll make a call, and then after I hang up, the symbol comes back for a little while. I've reset the APN settings, done them manually with some info I found online, but it's still an issue. If anyone could help me, that'd be amazing.
Also, not software related, the actual screen has an issue. It's not the worst thing ever, but in direct sunlight there is a box around the screen about .25 inches in from the edge. It's almost like the glue they used to attach the glass to the screen isn't clear, but nearly clear. It shows up best on a white background with direct sunlight and the back-light turned up all the way, but it's visible on everything but black. VERY annoying.
I'm going to keep working with it (have factory reset twice now) for a couple of hours, but if it doesn't get figured out I have to return it. I use the phone for work and I literally cannot be without a stable connection.
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Can you take a screen shot or post your APN settings? I have no issues using on tmobile
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Can you take a screen shot or post your APN settings? I have no issues using on tmobile
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I called T-mobile and they had me manually enter 2 different sets of settings to try and get it to work, and the 2nd set was stable but wasn't fast. Then she pushed my device some settings (didn't know they could do that) and I installed them when prompted. That's the settings I'm using now. The connection is stable, but speeds are not like what they were (coming from an S5 so missing band 12 isn't the issue I unless I'm mistaken). Thank you so much for your help.
Here are the screenshots. My old phone used "fast.tmobile.com" but this one uses epc.tmobile.com. Not sure what the difference is. http://imgur.com/a/5pddQ
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I called T-mobile and they had me manually enter 2 different sets of settings to try and get it to work, and the 2nd set was stable but wasn't fast. Then she pushed my device some settings (didn't know they could do that) and I installed them when prompted. That's the settings I'm using now. The connection is stable, but speeds are not like what they were (coming from an S5 so missing band 12 isn't the issue I unless I'm mistaken). Thank you so much for your help.
Here are the screenshots. My old phone used "fast.tmobile.com" but this one uses epc.tmobile.com. Not sure what the difference is. http://imgur.com/a/5pddQ
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Mine is fast-tmobile I think that is your problem. Google tmobile APN settings and try them
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Hey All,
I don't know if a Dev will find his way in here or not but I have to ask....
I got the "temporary" (30 day) unlock from TMob thru the app they force on it. My question is...Is there anyway to take the temp unlock and make it permanent.
Like I said I got it and I'm on day 2 now, so if someone wants to take a look and see if they can find something, I can try and get them any files / info they need / want.
I am not yet experienced enough to know what I'd really be looking for or I'd try myself, but with only 30 days till it expires and my limited time, I fig'd I could maybe help get the sim unlocked by donating files.
I'm also a bit curious how "sunderwear" is able to unlock for peeps using the TMo app, but then charges $45 to do it. I don't discourage anyone from making a buck but $45 is 2x as much as any unlocking code service would normally charge and seems a bit exorbitant for someone who's well established in this (XDA) community.
MoodSwinger
Its less than that to unlock on www.unlockcode247.com which uses the exact same process that sunderwear uses
@paoloroeseke: I don't see it. I only see where you can get the code here, but there's still no way to enter it on the device. I'm going to believe since you are a senior member this is not just "spam". But from what i read about "Sunderwear", i got the impression he's been able to get into the TMobile "unlock device" app and do it remotely. If I am wrong let me know, and if I am missing something from the link you posted please point me in the right direction.
Thanks.
MoodSwinger
It's no longer there . Sunderwears service DOES work though. I had used the website i provided to unlock mine. Looks like it's down to one method again
I meant no disrespect to sunderwear. Just was showing options, which are no longer available i guess. Lol
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I'm a senior member? Lol. THAT explains the grey hairs on my head
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It's no longer there . Sunderwears service DOES work though. I had used the website i provided to unlock mine. Looks like it's down to one method again
I meant no disrespect to sunderwear. Just was showing options, which are no longer available i guess. Lol
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I'm a senior member? Lol. THAT explains the grey hairs on my head
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Paolo, have a link you can PM me for sunderwear's service?
MoodSwinger said:
Hey All,
I don't know if a Dev will find his way in here or not but I have to ask....
I got the "temporary" (30 day) unlock from TMob thru the app they force on it. My question is...Is there anyway to take the temp unlock and make it permanent.
Like I said I got it and I'm on day 2 now, so if someone wants to take a look and see if they can find something, I can try and get them any files / info they need / want.
I am not yet experienced enough to know what I'd really be looking for or I'd try myself, but with only 30 days till it expires and my limited time, I fig'd I could maybe help get the sim unlocked by donating files.
I'm also a bit curious how "sunderwear" is able to unlock for peeps using the TMo app, but then charges $45 to do it. I don't discourage anyone from making a buck but $45 is 2x as much as any unlocking code service would normally charge and seems a bit exorbitant for someone who's well established in this (XDA) community.
MoodSwinger
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ebay have a good deal and they do it with the tmobile app. Money back if doesn't unlock.
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ebay have a good deal and they do it with the tmobile app. Money back if doesn't unlock.
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I've asked most 17-99$ device unlock app listings and they have all replied service is currently down. Some have eta others removed listings and are refunding after 5 days pass.
I hope it comes back soon.
MoodSwinger said:
Hey All,
I don't know if a Dev will find his way in here or not but I have to ask....
I got the "temporary" (30 day) unlock from TMob thru the app they force on it. My question is...Is there anyway to take the temp unlock and make it permanent.
Like I said I got it and I'm on day 2 now, so if someone wants to take a look and see if they can find something, I can try and get them any files / info they need / want.
I am not yet experienced enough to know what I'd really be looking for or I'd try myself, but with only 30 days till it expires and my limited time, I fig'd I could maybe help get the sim unlocked by donating files.
I'm also a bit curious how "sunderwear" is able to unlock for peeps using the TMo app, but then charges $45 to do it. I don't discourage anyone from making a buck but $45 is 2x as much as any unlocking code service would normally charge and seems a bit exorbitant for someone who's well established in this (XDA) community.
MoodSwinger
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Problem is we don't know where the unlock trigger happens. It does something to unlock the firmware.
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clockcycle said:
I've asked most 17-99$ device unlock app listings and they have all replied service is currently down. Some have eta others removed listings and are refunding after 5 days pass.
I hope it comes back soon.
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Sunderwear's unlock doesn't work anymore either. He has stated that T-Mobile caught on to the loophole and shut it down. I don't think it is coming back.
On the galaxy s6 (before switching to g4) we had to flash the metro pcs firmware before we could unlock using a code. We could install a rom after, long as the radio wasn't touched. Maybe something in there can be edited?
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Sunderwear's unlock doesn't work anymore either. He has stated that T-Mobile caught on to the loophole and shut it down. I don't think it is coming back.
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i think the best bet would be to decompile the unlock app and try and see how it if we can see how it works..if it mod the ril or radio in someway..
@MicroMod777 , ALL
I get that, but I guess that's why I was saying anything I can pull from my device that's "temp" unlocked to maybe see where the app adjusts the firmware or whatever to unlock compared to one that's not yet unlocked. has anyone who's an app developer looked into the app? I would think if the app got hacked / Rev Eng'd then we'd see where the change occured.
that would be really helpfull. ihave 3 devices legally bought and i cannot unlock them. T-mobile says i need to have an account which i dont have here in canada.
I wish i knew someone with tmobile account so i can use that account to unlock the phone
i wondering if the app mods the modem or just unlock the imei on their servers?
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On the galaxy s6 (before switching to g4) we had to flash the metro pcs firmware before we could unlock using a code. We could install a rom after, long as the radio wasn't touched. Maybe something in there can be edited?
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Anyone have the metropcs .KDZ or flashable twrp backup of system? Detail me about the modem issue?
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Anyone have the metropcs .KDZ or flashable twrp backup of system? Detail me about the modem issue?
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there was h815 firmware created which asks for network unlock code but that one is not working at all.
so i doubt the metropcs software will help too. What i heard is that metropcs has also device unlock app installed on it
indianx said:
there was h815 firmware created which asks for network unlock code but that one is not working at all.
so i doubt the metropcs software will help too. What i heard is that metropcs has also device unlock app installed on it
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Mpcs is still available. Only tmo closed.
i wonder if theres a way to mod the tmobile unlock app so if we select temportary that it would still premently unlock it..
I permanently unlocked my G4 using the built in app that came with phone. Was super easy. Next time cricket wireless offers the 20gb of LTE for $55 I'm going to give it a test run. Is your phone paid off? It should work if it is.
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Hey guys just a heads up... I did the temp unlock. used it on STalk for the 30 days, called TMob customer service 5 or 6 times trying to get them to unlock it even had 2 cust service reps take my info and my IMEI and said they will submit it for unlock & I should receive an email within 24 hours then I could unlock it. Those emails never came but I did keep trying to unlock it by hitting the permanent unlock button in the app...tho it kept coming back "Failed". Long story short I finally got an understanding supervisor on the line and he said sign up for a pay as you go make sure you use it everyday once (send a txt or make a call) then call them back and as long as they have an account to reference and the device registers on the network as being used they can override the other requirements. Be nice and ask for a supervisor and you may have to do it a few times to get one that will work with you.
Another interesting thing is...even tho my Temp time is done and if I open the "Device Unlock" app it shows buttons to Permanent and Temporary Unlock again. But I can still use it with my STalk sim. it's on'y been 3 days but I've switched out the SIM with the TMob one to do what the TMob SV said, and when I put the STalk one back in it always finds the network and has worked fine so far. SO somehow at least with the ST sim the device has remained unlocked. Also I have the AT&T STalk SIM, not the TMob one, so it's not like I'm still using the Tmob network and it just recognizes the device somehow.
Just wanted to post a follow-up with the new info. I will follow up again if this chg's. but I am still doing what the SV said so that i can get it perm unlocked. BTW the SV way is a one month prepay unlimited TXT & Calls only, no data so I'm on'y paying like $25 basically same as an unlock service. but don't just do it and expect it to work get a SV on the line and work with them cuz right now there aren't many other options.
I searched around and could only find one unlock service for the T-Mobile Note 5. It's pricey too at 31 bucks so hopefully someone can find something cheaper. Right now this is our only choice for those of us who want the unlocked bootloader but use other carriers. If you guys find something else, please post here. Thank you.
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https://www.unlockunit.com
Are the lte bands the same between the ATT and T-Mobile variants. I haven't been able to find this on Samsung's site.
That's a very good question and something I should have probably looked into prior to preordering LOL If it's anything like the note 4 we should be okay. I'll be the first to know if they ship my phone out. I have AT&T and ordered the T-Mobile variant.
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That's a very good question and something I should have probably looked into prior to preordering LOL If it's anything like the note 4 we should be okay. I'll be the first to know if they ship my phone out. I have AT&T and ordered the T-Mobile variant.
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You can use the TMOBILE NOTE 5 on ATT - no problem - I have been doing that for years with every phone I own.
The Unlock process on TMOBILE Changed when they released the S6 - and chances are it will be the same on the Note 5 - there will be an unlock ap on your device from TMOBILE - to unlock the phone y ou click the ap and follow instructions - HOWEVER, you must be qualified to unlock the phone before it will let you unlock.
If it is like the S6 - UNLOCK codes from web sites will not work. Period. The only way to unlock it is using the ap that comes pre-installed on the device.
If you have been on TMOBILE more than a year and you paid in full when you purchased the NOTE 5, you should be able to use the unlock ap with no issues. If you have any issues you can call TMOBILE customer support for help.
This all depends on whether they do the NOTE 5 like the did the S6 - and I would guess that this is going to be the case.
By the Way - there was another way to unlock that we found on the S6 after a day or two - and that was by using odin to flash the full stock rom made for Metro - a carrier that uses TMOBILE PHONES - on the s6 they had a version of the same firmware rom on Sammobile that you could download and flash in odin and it did not have the unlock up - when you flashed that - then you could buy an unlock code from one of the web sites. (also several web sites sold unlock codes for the s6 and they never did work for anyone with a TMOBILE Device and stock rom because of the Unlock app on the pohne. Uninstalling the ap doesn't help - it is much more pervasive than that -
and remember you are unlocking the SIM Card is locked -the bootloader is not locked.
Whatever happens -good luck and hope it all goes smoothly for you. (it was a royal pain the a... for me when I unlocked my S6 but I was unlucky - do a search from your TMOBILE Account and read the TMOBILE RULES about Unlocking your device - it sholud give you all the details.
I bought the phone outright from them so there should be no problem with them giving me the unlock code right?
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I bought the phone outright from them so there should be no problem with them giving me the unlock code right?
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No. They will ask you to be with a service for 48 days i believe.
Right
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No. They will ask you to be with a service for 48 days i believe.
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How can I be with them for 48 days when I never had service with them to begin with? Bought it outright.
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How can I be with them for 48 days when I never had service with them to begin with? Bought it outright.
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They don't sell phones outright... You have to sign up for a plan
And it's 14 days I think before you can unlock
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They don't sell phones outright... You have to sign up for a plan
And it's 14 days I think before you can unlock
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Paid for the phone and plan, cancelled the plan without ever inserting the sim. Soon as I see its shipped I call and cancel the plan and tell them I dont want the service.
https://www.unlockbase.com/unlock-phone/samsung/galaxy-s6/ is what I used last time, server based, Easy GUI, and immediate. I would assume all will be up for the Note5 soon. The provider frequents the forums, not sure of his user name though. It can be found in the tmobile s6 forums though. Hope this helps.
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https://www.unlockbase.com/unlock-phone/samsung/galaxy-s6/ is what I used last time, server based, Easy GUI, and immediate. I would assume all will be up for the Note5 soon. The provider frequents the forums, not sure of his user name though. It can be found in the tmobile s6 forums though. Hope this helps.
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I found him on the s6 edge forums and already sent him a PM inquiring about Note 5 unlocking. I'll direct him to this thread when he responds.
Great to hear that it worked for the S6 for you! [emoji106]
apascual89 said:
I found him on the s6 edge forums and already sent him a PM inquiring about Note 5 unlocking. I'll direct him to this thread when he responds.
Great to hear that it worked for the S6 for you! [emoji106]
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Got my Note 5 today and confirmed it does have the UNLOCK AP - as far as I know (and I have been wrong before) you will not be able to use Cellunlocker or any other service to unlock your device with that ap on the phone - there are ways around it - which I described in an earliere post - but unless TOMOBILE has changed their policy from the S6 - you may have to jump through some hoops to unlock - probably not a problem if you hve been with TMOBILE more than 1 year - and if not - if you have owned the note more than 43 days -
if METRO has a NOTE 5 and Sammobile has the firmware for it - that is the easiest way to get around it for those who have not met the normal requirements set by TMOBILE.
GOOD LUCK
there is someone selling unlocked gsm note 5s on ebay but they wont be released until sept 15th, thats something to look into.
mocsab said:
Got my Note 5 today and confirmed it does have the UNLOCK AP - as far as I know (and I have been wrong before) you will not be able to use Cellunlocker or any other service to unlock your device with that ap on the phone - there are ways around it - which I described in an earliere post - but unless TOMOBILE has changed their policy from the S6 - you may have to jump through some hoops to unlock - probably not a problem if you hve been with TMOBILE more than 1 year - and if not - if you have owned the note more than 43 days -
if METRO has a NOTE 5 and Sammobile has the firmware for it - that is the easiest way to get around it for those who have not met the normal requirements set by TMOBILE.
GOOD LUCK
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The process used, bypasses the unlock app, it roots the phone, unlocked it through a server, then unroots the phone. Pretty sure it used ping-pong, so it didn't even trip Knox. The service was immediate, took 15 minutes, root will have to be obtained though.
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GreeleyXda said:
They don't sell phones outright... You have to sign up for a plan
And it's 14 days I think before you can unlock
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From T-Mobile website:
Unlock eligibility for monthly phones, tablets, and mobile internet devices
The device must have been active on the T-Mobile network for at least 40 days on the requesting line.
If the device is financed using T-Mobile’s Equipment Installment Plan (EIP)or if it's leased through JUMP! On Demand™, all payments must be satisfied and the device must be paid in full.
If the device is on an account that is under a service contract term, at least 18 consecutive monthly payments must have been made or the account has migrated to Simple Choice no contract rate plan.
If the device is associated with a canceled account, the account balance must be zero, including all pending charges
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seh6183 said:
How can I be with them for 48 days when I never had service with them to begin with? Bought it outright.
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You can buy the phone from a shady authorize t-mobile store but you have to be on a plan for 40 days before you can ask the CS for the unlock code.
I tried that few times with the Note 4.
I have my phone and can confirm is uses the new unlock app which looks like will be difficult to get around. Don't know what to do now. May return it.
[email protected] said:
The process used, bypasses the unlock app, it roots the phone, unlocked it through a server, then unroots the phone. Pretty sure it used ping-pong, so it didn't even trip Knox. The service was immediate, took 15 minutes, root will have to be obtained though.
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They got back to me. The service like the s6 is not available for now.
Yeah, I'm sure root is going to have to be in place before they can even attempt it
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[email protected] said:
The process used, bypasses the unlock app, it roots the phone, unlocked it through a server, then unroots the phone. Pretty sure it used ping-pong, so it didn't even trip Knox. The service was immediate, took 15 minutes, root will have to be obtained though.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk
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I was not aware of that - It must have happend after I unlocked - the first week or two on the S6 was crazy - trying to figure out how - the process you mentioned sounds great - do you have happen to know where to find it or do you have inks to the thread where it was done so I can read up on it?