Can't seem to find it here, is there a way to SIm Unlock a T-Mobile Note 8 without paying some service to do it?
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orangekid said:
Can't seem to find it here, is there a way to SIm Unlock a T-Mobile Note 8 without paying some service to do it?
Thanks.
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Pretty sure your carrier will do it, although they may have some specific terms that have to be met (e.g. account in good standing, etc.). Otherwise I don't know of any way to unlock without going through a service like you mentioned.
orangekid said:
Can't seem to find it here, is there a way to SIm Unlock a T-Mobile Note 8 without paying some service to do it?
Thanks.
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Just call T-Mobile and tell them you're going out of the Country and need a sim unlock because you're planning to use a sim card from another "Country" and then after you get it just stick a different carrier sim card in the phone and it'll ask for the code.
MrMike2182 said:
Just call T-Mobile and tell them you're going out of the Country and need a sim unlock because you're planning to use a sim card from another "Country" and then after you get it just stick a different carrier sim card in the phone and it'll ask for the code.
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T-mobile doesn't use codes on recent Samsung phones. There is a Device Unlock app on their firmware that will unlock the phone after their server whitelists you and you then request the unlock inside the app.
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T-mobile doesn't use codes on recent Samsung phones. There is a Device Unlock app on their firmware that will unlock the phone after their server whitelists you and you then request the unlock inside the app.
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Thanks for that info I'll remember that I don't have T-Mobile so I didn't know that.
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Is there any unlock code generator or firmware that unlocks G1?
you can just call your carrier and they can unlock your phone for you, just tell them your going out of the country
salecg said:
Is there any unlock code generator or firmware that unlocks G1?
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call your carrier for the unlock code. say you want to send your phone overseas as a present or you are about to travel overseas. they would gladly send u an unlock code within 24hrs.
Once it's unlocked, does that mean that it can be used on AT&T and T-Mobile? Or does it only use it for that one?
Thanks for the info, y'all.
Unlocked means you can use a sim card from any carrier you want
Problem is that I'm not in USA, and do not have T-Mobile sim (number, contract, whatever). Thank you anyway I'll continue to search.
salecg said:
Problem is that I'm not in USA, and do not have T-Mobile sim (number, contract, whatever). Thank you anyway I'll continue to search.
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Well you can pay to get an unlock code. Or if you know anyone in the states that has T-Mobile and give them you IMEI number and have them get you an unlock code. There is no generator or firmware that will do it as of now.
I've used code from htccode.com and it works! Thank you!
I already rooted my IS2 but wanted to unlock sim card my carrier is Verizon but wanted to be used with other carriers.
Prufta said:
I already rooted my IS2 but wanted to unlock sim card my carrier is Verizon but wanted to be used with other carriers.
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You should contact Verizon for an unlock code. If they won't provide you with one then you need to contact one of the sites on the Internet and purchase an unlock code for your phone.
Unlike a lot of previous HTC devices, a software solution to SIM unlock your phone no longer works on the IncS.
Thanks for the info...
I don't know how it is in the States but here in Gemany I usually got such a code with every SIM-card I bought... Maybe search dow your papers?
EDIT: OH sorry, got that wrong... Thought your SIM is locked not your phone SIM-locked Confuusing
Hi everyone, i'm using note 3 att, but when i travel to asia, it locks my sim card, i used to use app "region lock away", but it doesnt work on kitkat or any FW base on MJ5. any ideal to unlock ???
thanks
wangshin248 said:
Hi everyone, i'm using note 3 att, but when i travel to asia, it locks my sim card, i used to use app "region lock away", but it doesnt work on kitkat or any FW base on MJ5. any ideal to unlock ???
thanks
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Have you ever used it on the att network? Then you're good to go, the phone was already activated in us, I have the same and I used it in Thailand without problems, I called att and they provided me the network unlock code.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A
slimslim said:
Have you ever used it on the att network? Then you're good to go, the phone was already activated in us, I have the same and I used it in Thailand without problems, I called att and they provided me the network unlock code.
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cuz i bought it on another store, not att store, so they deny to give me a code, att suck... anyway i just found a place where unlock my phone, it costs about $15, not bad. but i prefer to unlock it by myself
wangshin248 said:
cuz i bought it on another store, not att store, so they deny to give me a code, att suck... anyway i just found a place where unlock my phone, it costs about $15, not bad. but i prefer to unlock it by myself
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Can you share the website for unlock code ?
I unlock my phone by region unlock away. How I unlock by code att?
Hey Everyone,
I need assistance with unlocking my smartphone; it's an AT&T Samsung Galaxy S5 GM-900A. I did a little research on the internet and it's my understanding that unlocking a Samsung smartphone linked with AT&T is a bit more difficult than it already is with other companies. I also saw a lot of sites that offer "unlocking" services for a certain price. Before I decide to do that, I wanted to know if there were any others options or which site is most reliable. From what I've seen and read, it seems that this forum is the best option for seeing if this is possible. Appreciate any assistance you guys can offer.
I am not familiar with unlock sites but have heard mixed reviews on them. Those sites can only unlock the sim card, not the boot loader. Just thought I would put that out there since you didn't specify what kind if unlock you were looking for. I recently submitted a sim unlock through AT&T for my s5 since I am out of contract.
johnkirchner said:
I am not familiar with unlock sites but have heard mixed reviews on them. Those sites can only unlock the sim card, not the boot loader. Just thought I would put that out there since you didn't specify what kind if unlock you were looking for. I recently submitted a sim unlock through AT&T for my s5 since I am out of contract.
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Unfortunately, mine is still under contract but I would like to unlock my smartphone so it can be used with another carrier. This is the type of unlock service those sites are saying they can provide, right? I've also read and heard mixed reviews on the internet, which is why I came here in hopes that I can get additional info on this. Thanks for your prompt response.
Just use att they will unlock your sim
Andrew K. Sterling said:
Unfortunately, these services can't unlock the bootloader, as far as I know.
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What's the difference between that and sim unlocking? Any disadvantages on just having the sim unlocked and not the bootloader?
Andrew K. Sterling said:
I've unlocked several Samsungs using www unlockunit com and the service was always excellent.
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Thank you. I checked it out and it doesn't seem to support "Galaxy S5 SM G900A"; the only thing close to that is "Galaxy S5 SM G900F". Appreciate it if you can suggest another site.
miko85 said:
Just use att they will unlock your sim
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I'm unable to do so because the smartphone is still under contract.
Call ATT. New laws made all carriers be (generally) required to unlock their SIMS not bootloaders under some conditions. see link https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/cell-phone-unlocking-faqs
If u are under contract they will make u pay but u then meanwhile u can use another carrier. Here is a link to an unlock service. https://www.doctorsim.com/us-en/unlock-phone/samsung/
Good Luck!
kwmike said:
Call ATT. New laws made all carriers be (generally) required to unlock their SIMS not bootloaders under some conditions. see link...
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Thanks for the link; I looked over the fine print and unfortunately, I don't fall under those conditions as I am under contract and unable to pay in order to get out of it. :/
kwmike said:
Here is a link to an unlock service. https://www.doctorsim.com/us-en/unlock-phone/samsung/
Good Luck!
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Thanks, I will look into it. What's the difference between unlocking bootloaders and sim unlocking? Any disadvantages on just having the sim unlocked and not the bootloader?
gringolimon said:
Thanks for the link; I looked over the fine print and unfortunately, I don't fall under those conditions as I am under contract and unable to pay in order to get out of it. :/
Thanks, I will look into it. What's the difference between unlocking bootloaders and sim unlocking? Any disadvantages on just having the sim unlocked and not the bootloader?
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They serve entirely different purposes. Sim chooses carrier (ATT,etc). Bootloader chooses what will be started when phone is booted ie system(rom), recovery(TWRP etc), bootloader itself. Bootloader unlock means changes can be made to what will start under different boot requests. No disadvantages to just unlocking sim, often used for foreign travel where your regular sim will not connect. Many times carrier will unlock SIM LATE in contract for foreign travel reasons.
You can try using www.unlockradar.com if you want to unlock your S5. I have a cell phone repair store and I've been using them for a few months and never had any problem. Their customer support is very responsive. https://www.unlockradar.com/unlock-samsung/galaxy-s5-sm-g900a
gringolimon said:
Thanks for the link; I looked over the fine print and unfortunately, I don't fall under those conditions as I am under contract and unable to pay in order to get out of it. :/
Thanks, I will look into it. What's the difference between unlocking bootloaders and sim unlocking? Any disadvantages on just having the sim unlocked and not the bootloader?
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Are you under contract via a next plan thru at&t? If you are planning to unlock to switch carriers I imagine you want to end service with at&t. If so they will want you to pay for the phone in full or return the phone. If you don't pay & keep the phone I'm pretty sure they blackball the imei so it can't be used by any carrier. So what's your end goal here?
joshua14 said:
Are you under contract via a next plan thru at&t? If you are planning to unlock to switch carriers I imagine you want to end service with at&t. If so they will want you to pay for the phone in full or return the phone. If you don't pay & keep the phone I'm pretty sure they blackball the imei so it can't be used by any carrier. So what's your end goal here?
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Yes, I'm under a contract that has been suspended and told them that I am currently not able to pay but also am not able to get another phone due to financial reasons. They said they understood my situation but cannot unlock my phone due to the contract and that once I am able to pay, they will provide me the unlock code if I still want it or wish to continue using their services. I guess what my end goal is to not have to pay for another phone when I'll only use it for medical reasons and once I am financially stable, I can go ahead and pay and probably continue with AT&T. I see your point and understand the predicament I have. I'll just have to wait and see. . .
vlase_2 said:
You can try using www unlockradar com if you want to unlock your S5. I have a cell phone repair store and I've been using them for a few months and never had any problem. Their customer support is very responsive. www unlockradar com/unlock-samsung/galaxy-s5-sm-g900a[/url]
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Thanks, I'll check it out.
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Yes, I'm under a contract that has been suspended and told them that I am currently not able to pay but also am not able to get another phone due to financial reasons. They said they understood my situation but cannot unlock my phone due to the contract and that once I am able to pay, they will provide me the unlock code if I still want it or wish to continue using their services. I guess what my end goal is to not have to pay for another phone when I'll only use it for medical reasons and once I am financially stable, I can go ahead and pay and probably continue with AT&T. I see your point and understand the predicament I have. I'll just have to wait and see. . .
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No problem. I just am trying to see if you'll end up paying to get it unlocked then have at&t block the phone from being used. Good luck.
~TMS5-3.0-TMBUILD on G900A with Blue Ice Theme
I used www.unlockradar.com
How are people getting sim unlocks for this phone through Tmobile? I have one purchased out right and they are requiring 40 days to get the unlock.
Velrix said:
How are people getting sim unlocks for this phone through Tmobile? I have one purchased out right and they are requiring 40 days to get the unlock.
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Either wait for the 40 days or go on E-Bay and buy an unlock code. It will probably cost $30-$40
ScottsoNJ said:
Either wait for the 40 days or go on E-Bay and buy an unlock code. It will probably cost $30-$40
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TMO uses the unlock app so you can't just buy a code. It won't work.
Velrix said:
TMO uses the unlock app so you can't just buy a code. It won't work.
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There are unlocking services online that use the TMobile app. Costs about $60
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I ran the T-Mobile unlock tool 10 min after turning my device on for the first time. I pressed request permanently unlock and it successfully completed, rebooted the phone and disabled the app on completion.
apfrost said:
I ran the T-Mobile unlock tool 10 min after turning my device on for the first time. I pressed request permanently unlock and it successfully completed, rebooted the phone and disabled the app on completion.
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So you did it directly through TMobile?
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daniel4653 said:
So you did it directly through TMobile?
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I used this T-Mobile app that was pre-loaded on the phone.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tmobile.simlock&hl=en
anybody know a site or ebay seller who can unlock through the app yet?
apfrost said:
I ran the T-Mobile unlock tool 10 min after turning my device on for the first time. I pressed request permanently unlock and it successfully completed, rebooted the phone and disabled the app on completion.
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Was phone bought from tmo or swappa or the like? I bought a tmo model on swappa and much to my surprise, the app unlocked it right away. not my experience when buying outright from tmo.
anybody find an unlock solution?
At least the TMobile app allows the option to get a 30 day temporary unlock which for people who travel internationally and want to just a prepaid GSM Sim card it's a good option. They don't have to do this, do is a step in the right direction.
search on youtube, there is a service for unlocking them without the app
Thanks.
Yes, these unlocking services have been around years.
They cost money, which isn't really needed unless you wanted to change carrier, and they would want the balance of the phone paid off anyway
Hello, someone can tell me if you insert another carrier sim card the phone ask for network unlock code or just say invalid sim card, or something like that.
Wanna buy a blacklisted G6 I saw on ebay, thank you!
frostwildfire said:
Hello, someone can tell me if you insert another carrier sim card the phone ask for network unlock code or just say invalid sim card, or something like that.
Wanna buy a blacklisted G6 I saw on ebay, thank you!
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most tmobile and metropcs dont use unlock codes now. android devices use Device Unlock app, similar to sprint official unlock service.