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Hi, does anyone know when the hd7 will be available to buy sim free in the UK? I got my hd2 from expansys last November and now I really want the hd7! I know I could get it on o2 and unlock it but I'm not so keen on that.
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Hi, does anyone know when the hd7 will be available to buy sim free in the UK? I got my hd2 from expansys last November and now I really want the hd7! I know I could get it on o2 and unlock it but I'm not so keen on that.
Thanks
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No I dont think so, its exclusively available to O2 in the UK, Expansys dont show it as being available sim free either.
Strange decision to alienate potential new wp7 customers by restricting where and how you can get a hd7! Surely to make a new OS work make the flagship handset available to everyone!
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German O2 HD7 is afaik Lock free. Perhaps you can import it from there.
The real issue is that not only HD7, but there is not any WP7 SIM free handset available. I really don't like these slavery and expensive 2 years contracts, or full of bloatware locked PAYG devices. So I'm looking only for SIM free but no avail. I don’t mind the O2 “exclusivity” because prefer Omnia 7 than HD7. Unfortunately the only info for expected stock availability, which I’ve found, is for the end of Nov!
As far as I know the HD7 will not be available sim free until the exclusivity deal ends with O2, date not known for this.
Out of interest, I got the following deal from O2 last week by phoning retentions dept after being a contract customer with them for many years:
Simplicity 12 month @ £15 per month
included 300 anytime minutes, unlimited texts, 500mb data
Handset cost £330
For me this was a good deal and probably the cheapest method of getting a HD7 right now.
Hope this helps.
I'm not sure what M$ plan is. They copied Android and just flooded the market with too many phones. There is no flagship device, which is what boggles me the most.
I wouldnt be surprised if they come out with a Zune phone. From what I've heard the Zune HD was a solid piece of hardware; I don't see why they cant make a phone.
They may just be waiting for some of the kinks to be worked out of windows phone 7 and launch it when the OS really has some legs under it.
It's a joke all I want to do is spend my cash on the phone of my choice! I've been a fan of HTC Windows phones for years I choose to use a Vodafone 12 month sim only contract to get the best value, surely this is gonna piss people off!
Went to my local o2 store today and had a mess around with one, really impressed and they had 2 payg in stock soooo tempted! The only thing is it looks like people are having problems unlocking them and it voids the warranty which could be a real issue with a new phone.
Really don't know why they would want to stop people buying it sim free?!
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I'm not sure what M$ plan is. They copied Android and just flooded the market with too many phones. There is no flagship device, which is what boggles me the most.
I wouldnt be surprised if they come out with a Zune phone. From what I've heard the Zune HD was a solid piece of hardware; I don't see why they cant make a phone.
They may just be waiting for some of the kinks to be worked out of windows phone 7 and launch it when the OS really has some legs under it.
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To you this may sound bad, to other non geeky people (ie the type of people who wouldn't be on here) it's excellent.
I've lost count of the amount of people I know who have bought a HTC Desire just because they want a HTC and have no idea what Android is. "Fanboys" can be a great asset, apple has shown that and there are a load of HTC, Samsung fanboys around atm. People will buy phones like the HD7 just because it's made by HTC and has a nice big screen, not because it has windows phone, that's just a bonus or they may not even be aware of what windows phone 7 is.
I've ordered it at Expansys Belgium, maybe you could buy it there as it wouldn't take too long to ship.
I've had a good look on other sites selling the hd7 and I'm a bit uneasy about doing that, so I'm going to my local o2 store to buy one today and unlock it. 2 questions though:
Is it only online purchased hd7s that are struggling to be unlocked? I live in a small town and there are 2 payg in stock chances are they are from the first batch so might still unlock?
When I do unlock it will I still be able to receive official updates from Microsoft or will unlocking it void my phone?
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levy9 said:
I've had a good look on other sites selling the hd7 and I'm a bit uneasy about doing that, so I'm going to my local o2 store to buy one today and unlock it. 2 questions though:
Is it only online purchased hd7s that are struggling to be unlocked? I live in a small town and there are 2 payg in stock chances are they are from the first batch so might still unlock?
When I do unlock it will I still be able to receive official updates from Microsoft or will unlocking it void my phone?
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If its one of the earlier phones you should stand a good chance of unlocking it. Unlocking will not stop you from getting Microsoft updates.
Thanks for that, off up town now
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I, also have no understanding why there is no option to have the device via a operator or to buy off line, why would I want to buy from o2?
ekksman said:
I, also have no understanding why there is no option to have the device via a operator or to buy off line, why would I want to buy from o2?
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Because in the UK it's exclusive to o2?
O2 probably paid for the exclusivity buy commeitting to xxx number of units, if your carrier hasn't got it, then complain to them for not giving the OEMs the cash. From some of the reports out their it looks like the industry wasn't backing this new OS and have been caught out by the demand.
I brought mine on PAYG on day 1 from O2 at £389 (uk pounds), sim free I think it will sell for at least £499 to £539). So O2 got exclusivity AND was able to knock a few pounds off for it's customers.
Got my unlock code from O2 over the weekend free of charge, will try it out tomorrow
I also bought mine for £389, on launch day (£379 + required £10 top up). I haven't even bothered taking the o2 sim out of its packaging.
Straight away I used a giffgaff sim that I had ordered (see giffgaff.com). I pay £10 a month for:
150 minutes,
unlimited texts,
unlimited data (with no fair use policy or cap),
No fixed term contract (I can walk away anytime, not that I'd want to at that price).
You can pay more for more minutes if needed.
The reason I can do this is because giffgaff are owned by Telefonica (who own o2) and runs on o2's network (much like how Tesco Mobile operates). Because of this I haven't needed to unlock my HD7.
Just last night I downloaded a game demo that claimed to be 81MB. I couldn't do that every night on pretty much any other operator as they have data caps.
Buying the phone on PAYG and using giffgaff is way cheaper than the £40x24month deal that o2 would like to lock you in to. I don't understand why more people don't do it this way.
The cheeky bit - if you'd like to sign up for giffgaff, send me a pm so I can get giffgaff to send you the sim. This way, we both get £5 free credit! I don't mean for this to be a spammy post, so sorry if it comes across that way. I just think this is a good alternative to getting the HD7 sim-free or unlocking it, and probably the cheapest way overall.
My incredible s is locked to the optus network (AUS). Is there a way u can unlock it?
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Once you have recharged to a total of 80 dollars optus will provide network unlock code for free. Otherwise you can pay for a third party unlock service or use an xtc clip.
thanks for your reply.
I've put the $80 through my phone already but when I call optus they r giving me answers like they can't find my imei number on their network and aren't helpful at all so I was hoping there was another to do it. Looks like I have to go back and try my luck with optus
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idanoe said:
thanks for your reply.
I've put the $80 through my phone already but when I call optus they r giving me answers like they can't find my imei number on their network and aren't helpful at all so I was hoping there was another to do it. Looks like I have to go back and try my luck with optus
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What department are you calling? Here's a couple of numbers that might help you.
Customer service (prepaid mobile): 1300 555 002
Technical support (mobile): 1300 307 937
If those departments give you too much hassle ask to elevate the issue to retention.
If still no luck you could always threaten to call the TIO.
Thirdparty
around 25 usd, to unlock your phone. i buy my HTC IS from this seller, it works fast, around 30 mins.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270922802248#ht_500wt_1156
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around 25 usd, to unlock your phone. i buy my HTC IS from this seller, it works fast, around 30 mins.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270922802248#ht_500wt_1156
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The eBay sellers have access to the same codes Optus/etc have, and your IMEI # is printed visibly on the phone, so Optus' policy like most providers' is to not give up the unlock code. It's profitable.
The eBay sellers, however, are in the business of providing unlock codes, so they are happy and quick to help you out. It's profitable.
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Hey guys, I've got a question for those of you who have purchased the Z1 (C6903) for T-mobile. Where is it possible to get this thing insured? I've tried going online to various electronics' insurance company's (e. g. Square Trade) but they don't have it listed as an option. Does ANYBODY cover unlocked international phones?
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I called tmo and told them I got a new phone and they insured it. 7$/mo. They insure phones that you bring from other carriers too. They'll insure any phone. Love tmo!
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Hey guys, I've got a question for those of you who have purchased the Z1 (C6903) for T-mobile. Where is it possible to get this thing insured? I've tried going online to various electronics' insurance company's (e. g. Square Trade) but they don't have it listed as an option. Does ANYBODY cover unlocked international phones?
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Try contacting SquareTrade directly. They have covered several unlisted, "miscellaneous" gadgets that I have bought. (They also pro-rate the policy and apply the unused premium if you sell the gadget or upgrade to something else).
As for T-mobile, I'm a 15+ year customer, currently using my FOURTH (overnight) replacement HTC Sensation 4g in two+ years... I am patiently waiting for them to offer the z1! I really hope that the z1 hardware is better, but knowing that I can get a quick (like overnight via UPS) replacement of one their stock phones seems : priceless: (As part of my research, I called Sony to ask about repair/replacement times in the US if I bought one from their website, and they said 4-5 days). I'm trying to be patient!
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.
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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.
Hey everyone. I've been trying to preorder this phone from Sprint from Best buy but it's no longer available. It does seem like you can preorder via sprint but I'd prefer the instant rebate. Any suggestions? Think they will refill preorder stock? Any help is appreciated
No, just use the Samsung rebate.
Meaning just go through sprint? I too was tempted to try best buy but had to wait til this payday Friday. Thanks for letting me know its out of stock for pre at BB already.
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I was just at best buy. I was told that only the AT&T pre order is still available. Other carriers have met the pre order limits of the stock Best Buy had been given.
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I was just at best buy. I was told that only the AT&T pre order is still available. Other carriers have met the pre order limits of the stock Best Buy had been given.
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For snicks, on the BB website, just tried setting up a new line from scratch with AT&T while preordering the N4. In store pick up was not an option, which a requirement to get the $200 BB gift card.
Same thing when I tried to buy a full price Sprint one. No instore pick up available.
This is gonna be ugly for BB and Samsung.
Make sure u get ur preorder soon bestbuy is starting to shut down preorder. I was lucky to get mine in today at bestbuy in Bedford park il. Mine was an att black version.
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I went in 3 times since release, and it seems pre ordering the Sprint note 4 is impossible. They either are all ordered, or I believe that they never had them for preorder to begin with. I spoke with one rep, and he said he doesn't think they would have it for sprint but had att and Verizon... I'll just go pick it up release day
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I went in 3 times since release, and it seems pre ordering the Sprint note 4 is impossible. They either are all ordered, or I believe that they never had them for preorder to begin with. I spoke with one rep, and he said he doesn't think they would have it for sprint but had att and Verizon... I'll just go pick it up release day
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I preordered at bb for a sprint one
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Best Buy thread is already here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/general/note-4-best-buy-t2888578
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