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Once moto maker becomes available for Verizon (hopefully next week), is it possible to keep unlimited data and get the on contract price and do moto maker? I have a family share plan with 2 lines with unlimited data and 1 line that's a feature phone (no data). I know if I go to the store I can simply transfer an upgrade from one of my unlimited lines to the feature phone line, upgrade it and add a data plan temporarily. Then activate it on that line and get them to then switch it to my unlimited line and cancel the data plan I put on the feature phone line. While that works in store, does anyone know of any way to accomplish that and do moto maker as well? Thanks in advance.
If Vzw goes the Moto Maker pin method, I don't see why not.
Does anyone know the Moto Maker Verizon variant bootloader status?
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yawdapaah said:
If Vzw goes the Moto Maker pin method, I don't see why not.
Does anyone know the Moto Maker Verizon variant bootloader status?
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any carrier branded device will have a locked bootlaoder for VZW. Only way to get an unlocked one is buy a Dev edition at full retail, problem is no access to MotoMaker if oyu buy Dev edition
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any carrier branded device will have a locked bootlaoder for VZW. Only way to get an unlocked one is buy a Dev edition at full retail, problem is no access to MotoMaker if oyu buy Dev edition
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I honestly don't care about Moto Maker. I remember reading that all phones purchased via Moto Maker could be boatloader unlocked.
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I honestly don't care about Moto Maker. I remember reading that all phones purchased via Moto Maker could be boatloader unlocked.
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Unfortunately that's not true. Maybe they meant SIM unlocked.
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I honestly don't care about Moto Maker. I remember reading that all phones purchased via Moto Maker could be boatloader unlocked.
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Maybe SIM card unlocked but not bootloader. Honestly that ( bootloader unlock) would make no sense seeing as AT&T is the only company using MotoMaker still and all there devices are locked. That said I dont care either, I buy retail and buy Dev edition anyways. no contract for me & i want my unlimited data still.
Thanks guys. Ordered the Dev Ed for Vzw. :good:
yawdapaah said:
If Vzw goes the Moto Maker pin method, I don't see why not.
Does anyone know the Moto Maker Verizon variant bootloader status?
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Thanks! How would that work? I don't really know how the moto maker pin works. Would I be able to transfer the upgrade to my non smart phone and then get the moto maker pin, then have the Verizon store rep switch the moto x line to my unlimited data line?
jimmyn89 said:
Thanks! How would that work? I don't really know how the moto maker pin works. Would I be able to transfer the upgrade to my non smart phone and then get the moto maker pin, then have the Verizon store rep switch the moto x line to my unlimited data line?
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AFAIK, you go to the store just like any other upgrade but you don't walk out with the handset. Instead, you get a Pin # that you enter at the Moto Maker website and the phone is shipped to you.
I haven't done an upgrade transfer (one line only) but numerous people on xda and droid-life seem to have done it; you may need to find a rep that knows the procedure though.
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Once moto maker becomes available for Verizon (hopefully next week), is it possible to keep unlimited data and get the on contract price and do moto maker? I have a family share plan with 2 lines with unlimited data and 1 line that's a feature phone (no data). I know if I go to the store I can simply transfer an upgrade from one of my unlimited lines to the feature phone line, upgrade it and add a data plan temporarily. Then activate it on that line and get them to then switch it to my unlimited line and cancel the data plan I put on the feature phone line. While that works in store, does anyone know of any way to accomplish that and do moto maker as well? Thanks in advance.
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Any word on this? I'm also trying to do the same thing, but can't seem to use a transferred upgrade online.
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Any word on this? I'm also trying to do the same thing, but can't seem to use a transferred upgrade online.
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I'm in the same boat. My rep couldn't do it because of having to leave vzw site to finalize the order. Same on my end. I did ask her about the pin situation and I will report back if she figures anything out. I would just buy the dev edition buy not a big fan of the white and black look.
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I'm in the same boat. My rep couldn't do it because of having to leave vzw site to finalize the order. Same on my end. I did ask her about the pin situation and I will report back if she figures anything out. I would just buy the dev edition buy not a big fan of the white and black look.
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Sounds good - I was thinking about going in to a verizon store to ask about the PIN deal and see if I can get one from a transferred upgrade there. Probably won't be able to get there until Thursday, but I'll report back here with what I find if nothing else comes up first.
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Actually made it in this afternoon, and the reps seemed adamant that even transferring an upgrade would cause the unlimited data to be taken off the original line. So I didn't do anything else at the store.
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Sounds good - I was thinking about going in to a verizon store to ask about the PIN deal and see if I can get one from a transferred upgrade there. Probably won't be able to get there until Thursday, but I'll report back here with what I find if nothing else comes up first.
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Actually made it in this afternoon, and the reps seemed adamant that even transferring an upgrade would cause the unlimited data to be taken off the original line. So I didn't do anything else at the store.
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I was not able to do it online either. I'm going to try the transfer at a store on Monday to see if I have any better luck.
i've done two moto x upgrades and have unlimited on both lines.
see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2525268
Success (I think)!
I went into my local Verizon store yesterday and had success! The key was using an upgrade from a line without an unlimited data package. I talked with customer care online and they confirmed that if I were to transfer an upgrade to OR from the line with unlimited data, I would lose it. So, in effect, I will have an available upgrade on my unlimited data line (as of next February- see below) that I can never use with a subsidized phone. I also talked to multiple sales reps at the store to confirm they'd be willing to the post-delivery swap for me before pulling the trigger. Here's my situation:
Nationwide Family Share Plan (700 minutes FWIW, but that shouldn't matter)
1) Line 1- Galaxy Nexus w/ unlimited data, upgrade eligible in 2/2014
2) Line 2- Feature phone, upgrade eligible now
Here's what happened:
1) Used the Line 2 upgrade to order a new Moto X with a Motomaker PIN and add (temporarily) to a minimum 2GB plan on that line
2) Went home and completed the order via Moto Maker
Here's what is supposed to happen next:
3) When the phone arrives, activate it on Line 2
4) Re-activate the old Line 2 feature phone, thus deactivating the new Moto X and cancelling the 2GB plan.
5) Put the SIM card from the Line 1 GNex into the Moto X and activate the phone.
Talking to customer care and to the in-store sales reps, it was advised to do steps 3-5 in person at the Verizon store, to make sure it all goes well. I archived my on-line conversation with customer care, so I have a record that indicates I should be able to keep unlimited data, just in case. Doing this will reset the upgrade date on the Line 2 to 11/2015 and not touch Line 1. Of course, as I mentioned above, the Line 1 upgrade is unusable (if I use a subsidized phone), or I will lose my unlimited data on that line.
Phone should arrive next Saturday, 11/23. Can't wait!
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Actually made it in this afternoon, and the reps seemed adamant that even transferring an upgrade would cause the unlimited data to be taken off the original line. So I didn't do anything else at the store.
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Don't believe them. I recently switched the upgrade from my unlimited vzw S4 to another line on my contract through the website and ordered a moto x on that line. I could've then switched the phone over to replace my S4 but it was for my wife so I kept it there. Nothing changed with my unlimited. I too was told several times that doing this exact thing would surrender my unlimited. It didn't.
people who are going in to the stores, asking what's this and how to do this to keep unlimited... STOP!
there's lots of help, including some previous posts (as well as a few helpful reps trolling the interwebz) on the how to... if you're going into a store to purchase a moto maker pin, ONLY tell them that you want to purchase a PIN with an alternate upgrade. all of that other stuff/details/etc. just confuses them and they have to put in their two cents. just go in to do what you need to do and get out.
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people who are going in to the stores, asking what's this and how to do this to keep unlimited... STOP!
there's lots of help, including some previous posts (as well as a few helpful reps trolling the interwebz) on the how to... if you're going into a store to purchase a moto maker pin, ONLY tell them that you want to purchase a PIN with an alternate upgrade. all of that other stuff/details/etc. just confuses them and they have to put in their two cents. just go in to do what you need to do and get out.
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The problem was that they were not going to let me transfer the upgrade for an in store purchase - they said the "proper" way to do this was to order the upgrade on the line that had it, and then transfer the phone to the alternate line afterwards (which definitely would remove the unlimited data). I dont think I could have convinced them to transfer the upgrade and then give me a PIN at the store I was at...
I ended up just doing it online (non-motomaker), which worked fine, but I'm a little disappointed I couldn't upgrade the storage.
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The problem was that they were not going to let me transfer the upgrade for an in store purchase - they said the "proper" way to do this was to order the upgrade on the line that had it, and then transfer the phone to the alternate line afterwards (which definitely would remove the unlimited data). I dont think I could have convinced them to transfer the upgrade and then give me a PIN at the store I was at...
I ended up just doing it online (non-motomaker), which worked fine, but I'm a little disappointed I couldn't upgrade the storage.
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stores do alternate upgrades all of the time. if you're still in your 14 days, i say go to a different store.
Just left a Verizon store. Was told I wouldnt be able to keep Unlimited by transferring the upgrade from my line to the non unlimited line, told him I wanted to try and see if it would work anyway. He goes through the process And it keeps our plan the same but he remained adamant that a soon as I activated it, it would change the plan. So it looks like I'll be seeing what happens, hoping for the best.
Well, I searched a bit and couldn't find what I was looking for, so my question is, has anyone ordered the T-Mobile version and successfully activated it online through the T-Mobile website? If so, how did you do it? When I go to the activation page, it's asking for an "activation code" that I don't seem to have. I'd really like to save myself from having to go to the T-Mobile store to get it up and running, but it looks as though that's going to be my only option.
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Well, I searched a bit and couldn't find what I was looking for, so my question is, has anyone ordered the T-Mobile version and successfully activated it online through the T-Mobile website? If so, how did you do it? When I go to the activation page, it's asking for an "activation code" that I don't seem to have. I'd really like to save myself from having to go to the T-Mobile store to get it up and running, but it looks as though that's going to be my only option.
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What you want to do is call T-Mobile on your current mobile phone (their 611 number) and tell them that you want to activate your new phone that came with a smaller T-Mobile simcard. They'll ask you for the 890 code on the new sim card that comes with the phone. Once you give that to them, they should be able to activate the card for you and you should be good. Make sure to call them on your current phone, or whichever phone number you're trying to activate, so they can verify that it is you.
I actually did all of this yesterday. I thought I would have had to go to the store to pick up an new simcard also, but it was that easy. Got it activated in 5 minutes. Have fun!
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What you want to do is call T-Mobile on your current mobile phone (their 611 number) and tell them that you want to activate your new phone that came with a smaller T-Mobile simcard. They'll ask you for the 890 code on the new sim card that comes with the phone. Once you give that to them, they should be able to activate the card for you and you should be good. Make sure to call them on your current phone, or whichever phone number you're trying to activate, so they can verify that it is you.
I actually did all of this yesterday. I thought I would have had to go to the store to pick up an new simcard also, but it was that easy. Got it activated in 5 minutes. Have fun!
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Awesome! Thanks for the tip! What I want to do is have them port my verizon number and get on their $30/mo. prepaid plan.
Try calling them but I think you can only get the $30 dollar pre paid plan by signing up on the web site,
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Awesome! Thanks for the tip! What I want to do is have them port my verizon number and get on their $30/mo. prepaid plan.
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This is exactly what I want to do is well. You can do it on the website, but what I have been trying to search is if the SIM in the phone will work with the prepaid plan. The paper it comes with says your T-mobile SIM is already in the phone. However, I have no idea if it'll work on the $30 plan. I ordered 2 SIMS from the site today under their prepaid section because I thought nothing came with the phone.
So this is what i'm stuck on. Can I activate the phone online with the $30 plan with the SIM included, or do I need to wait for the ones I ordered & pop them in? Those are the nano SIM starter kit no activation ones on their prepaid site.
scottjb said:
Try calling them but I think you can only get the $30 dollar pre paid plan by signing up on the web site,
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Right, that's why I wanted to do it online. I ended up ordering a new sim from t-mobile which was FREE (nice!) and activated online that way. I'm rock'n and roll'n now!
quickstang said:
This is exactly what I want to do is well. You can do it on the website, but what I have been trying to search is if the SIM in the phone will work with the prepaid plan. The paper it comes with says your T-mobile SIM is already in the phone. However, I have no idea if it'll work on the $30 plan. I ordered 2 SIMS from the site today under their prepaid section because I thought nothing came with the phone.
So this is what i'm stuck on. Can I activate the phone online with the $30 plan with the SIM included, or do I need to wait for the ones I ordered & pop them in? Those are the nano SIM starter kit no activation ones on their prepaid site.
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I don't know if the sim that comes ships in the phone from motomaker will work. My problem was I couldn't find an activation code for the one that came with the phone. It said you had to call, but the website says you can only do the prepaid plan by activationg online or buying at walmart. I didn't bother calling because by the time i was ready and able to call, the new sim i ordered from t-mobile had arrived in the mail, so I crossed my fingers and tried that one instead. Good news is that it worked. My suggestion would be to do what I did and wait for the new sim to arrive in the mail because it will have an activation code unlike the the motomaker sim. You should just be able to swap the new one in and activate online for the prepaid plan of your choice. I didn't have to mess around with phone settings or anything. It did take about 24-36 hours for them to completely port my number though, so keep that in mind and don't cancel your current plan with your current carrier until the t-mobile phone is completely activated. For awhile, both were active and all calls/ texts were still going to the verizon phone, while I could send texts and make calls from both. Good luck!
I would like to know if its possible to take my contract att note 3 to tmobile? if I get a sim card from them can i just put it in and use it on tmobile?
I am rooted but not unlocked of course
is there anyway possible to do this?
I have a family plan and just want to get this line switched
If you are looking to switch over to tmobile, your phone would need to be unlocked. There is 2 ways to do that. . . 1. Att will give you the unlock code when you finish off or early terminate your contract. or 2. Go to a website that unlocks phones. Use google to help you find a reputable one.
Remember that by ending your contract early with Att they will require you to pay a fee based off how many months you have on your contract.
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If you are looking to switch over to tmobile, your phone would need to be unlocked. There is 2 ways to do that. . . 1. Att will give you the unlock code when you finish off or early terminate your contract. or 2. Go to a website that unlocks phones. Use google to help you find a reputable one.
Remember that by ending your contract early with Att they will require you to pay a fee based off how many months you have on your contract.
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If I remember they just passed a law that now requires the providers to unlock at the users request, so shouldn't need to be out of contract anymore. And yes it early termination then you pay the ETF, HOWEVER tmo is paying the etf if you swap over to them. You pay the etf and then once you are with tmo I think like 30 days and they verify you made the requirement then they refund you the etf for each line you swapped, BTW it requires you to trade in a phone, so if that note 3 is your only one and you don't have something else, go buy a cheap go phone to use ?
But overall, yes you can use you att note 3 on tmo.
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If I remember they just passed a law that now requires the providers to unlock at the users request, so shouldn't need to be out of contract anymore. And yes it early termination then you pay the ETF, HOWEVER tmo is paying the etf if you swap over to them. You pay the etf and then once you are with tmo I think like 30 days and they verify you made the requirement then they refund you the etf for each line you swapped, BTW it requires you to trade in a phone, so if that note 3 is your only one and you don't have something else, go buy a cheap go phone to use ?
But overall, yes you can use you att note 3 on tmo.
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That's not what the bill was about. All it was is that you can now legally unlock your phone. The carriers can still hold on to the lock until you fulfill your 2 year contract.
I asked AT&T rep and escalated case to unlock my HTC M7 early in the contract, and also my Note3 was unlocked this way by AT&T after case escalation.
If you can't unlock it, I think you can still go with Cricket prepaid which is owned by AT&T and uses their towers. They have a $35/month plan (after $5 autopay discount) that gives 500MB fast data, then unlimited throttled data.
There's no way to unlock it with a software unless you still have the very old boot loader.
Hi,
I have read several threads about this, so I have a basic idea of what will happen, but I just want some specific answers to a few things. Sorry if these particular questions have been addressed already.
I am a long time verizon subscriber. I am on a Nationwide Talk & Text plan with my family. I am not the primary line on the account. I still have unlimited data that I would like to hold on to. My Moto X (1st Gen DE) just took a swim in the washing machine so it's time to upgrade. I would ideally like to get the 64GB N6 from google or moto, but I would settle for the official VZW version if the non-VZW complicates things too much.
So here are my questions:
I know that if I buy from Google/Moto, then the phone will be listed as a non-verizon device. I have seen people talk about how this will make it difficult to change plan options. Is this only the case if my line were the primary line (it isn't)? Or will this cause issues for my family members too if they decide to change things?
I have a nano-sim already from my MotoX. Would activation be easiest if I just popped that into my N6? I know people have had to fight with activating new SIM cards, I just want to know if I have anything in store for me with using my existing SIM card.
Thanks!
dcoryh192 said:
I know that if I buy from Google/Moto, then the phone will be listed as a non-verizon device. I have seen people talk about how this will make it difficult to change plan options. Is this only the case if my line were the primary line (it isn't)? Or will this cause issues for my family members too if they decide to change things?
I have a nano-sim already from my MotoX. Would activation be easiest if I just popped that into my N6? I know people have had to fight with activating new SIM cards, I just want to know if I have anything in store for me with using my existing SIM card.
Thanks!
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1st question: I'm not sure.
2nd question: No activation required. Just put your MotoX SIM in your N6.
3rd answer to unasked question: Be aware that only the IMEI for VZW devices are white listed. This means you won't receive a BYOD discount if you activate a non VZW version.
dcoryh192 said:
Hi,
I have read several threads about this, so I have a basic idea of what will happen, but I just want some specific answers to a few things. Sorry if these particular questions have been addressed already.
I am a long time verizon subscriber. I am on a Nationwide Talk & Text plan with my family. I am not the primary line on the account. I still have unlimited data that I would like to hold on to. My Moto X (1st Gen DE) just took a swim in the washing machine so it's time to upgrade. I would ideally like to get the 64GB N6 from google or moto, but I would settle for the official VZW version if the non-VZW complicates things too much.
So here are my questions:
I know that if I buy from Google/Moto, then the phone will be listed as a non-verizon device. I have seen people talk about how this will make it difficult to change plan options. Is this only the case if my line were the primary line (it isn't)? Or will this cause issues for my family members too if they decide to change things?
I have a nano-sim already from my MotoX. Would activation be easiest if I just popped that into my N6? I know people have had to fight with activating new SIM cards, I just want to know if I have anything in store for me with using my existing SIM card.
Thanks!
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Technically VZW reserves the right to give you trouble anytime it's not a VZW device. Interestingly enough the new legal precendence requires carriers to allow their devices to be carrier unlocked, but does not require them to accept devices on to their network whenever they see fit. Its sort of hit and miss. There are a lot of folks who have the GPE version and no issues, others that have had a lot of issue. The "safest" bet is to get a VZW N6 at retail and roll with it.
SIMs are typically swappable, so long as they are the same form factor. I just got my N6 Friday and took the SIM out of my old phone, put it right in my N6. The switch over was without issue.
Thanks for the guidance!
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3rd answer to unasked question: Be aware that only the IMEI for VZW devices are white listed. This means you won't receive a BYOD discount if you activate a non VZW version.
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Apparently the BYOD discount (technically just "out-of-contract" discount, apparently) doesn't apply on my old NationWide plan, so this isn't really an issue unless we upgrade to MoreEverything. I don't remember whether it is possible to upgrade the plan and keep unlimited data.
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There are a lot of folks who have the GPE version and no issues, others that have had a lot of issue. The "safest" bet is to get a VZW N6 at retail and roll with it.
SIMs are typically swappable, so long as they are the same form factor. I just got my N6 Friday and took the SIM out of my old phone, put it right in my N6. The switch over was without issue.
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Both the MotoX and N6 have nano-sims, so no cutting required. Just out of curiosity, are you running the VZW or GPE?
dcoryh192 said:
Thanks for the guidance!
Apparently the BYOD discount (technically just "out-of-contract" discount, apparently) doesn't apply on my old NationWide plan, so this isn't really an issue unless we upgrade to MoreEverything. I don't remember whether it is possible to upgrade the plan and keep unlimited data.
Both the MotoX and N6 have nano-sims, so no cutting required. Just out of curiosity, are you running the VZW or GPE?
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VZW Version
dcoryh192 said:
Thanks for the guidance!
Apparently the BYOD discount (technically just "out-of-contract" discount, apparently) doesn't apply on my old NationWide plan, so this isn't really an issue unless we upgrade to MoreEverything. I don't remember whether it is possible to upgrade the plan and keep unlimited data.
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No, you'll loose unlimited data if you change to the Edge plan.
Welcome. And BTW; there's a button for that.
Thanks again for the help!
I think I will go with the unlocked version from Moto. If I have issues with Verizon, then I can return it within 14 days and go back to the VZW Edition.
Sorry if this has already been talked about, I couldn't find it.
I think I managed to get one of the-less-than stellar Fi reps on a chat and didn't get an answer I was confident with.
My invite is looking to be ready in 4 weeks. I haven't purchased an N6 yet - I'd much prefer to get one used on eBay. My question is whether one from T-Mo, AT&T, VZW, Sprint will work with Fi assuming it's unlocked - or does it need to be one originally purchased as unlocked and not tied to a carrier at any point?
Is there a preferred go-to device assuming that's true? I read that the AT&T version comes with bloatware.
Bonus question (another I've had trouble getting a clear answer for): Since Sprint uses CDMA last I checked - will international texting work when it latches onto their network? VZW and Sprint have always tooted international texting capabilities but I have not once had CDMA->GSM work when sending or receiving messages from stateside to Europe. Any chance it carries on using GSM?
Thanks much.
olly666 said:
My invite is looking to be ready in 4 weeks. I haven't purchased an N6 yet - I'd much prefer to get one used on eBay. My question is whether one from T-Mo, AT&T, VZW, Sprint will work with Fi assuming it's unlocked - or does it need to be one originally purchased as unlocked and not tied to a carrier at any point?
Is there a preferred go-to device assuming that's true? I read that the AT&T version comes with bloatware.
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1st, all Nexus 6 are SIM unlocked, EXCEPT the AT&T version. The AT&T version can be unlocked via a code once the device is paid off, and 60 days have lapsed since it was first registered for service on AT&T.
Any version of the Nexus 6 will work on Fi (including the AT&T version if it has been SIM unlocked).
2nd, the AT&T version and the Verizon version have a few of their carrier apps. These are easily removed. And flashing a new factory image via fastboot does away with them too. So I wouldn't worry about this.
And remember to not confuse bootloader unlocked with carrier unlocked, FWIW.
Thanks @cam30era. I've always just relied on eBay sellers for unlock codes. Never had an issue with it. Is the Nexus any different in that regard? Does your mention of AT&T being the only sim-locked one mean that VZW, etc. sells/sold the N6 as a full priced unlocked N6 just like any other? Thanks.
olly666 said:
Thanks @cam30era. I've always just relied on eBay sellers for unlock codes. Never had an issue with it. Is the Nexus any different in that regard? Does your mention of AT&T being the only sim-locked one mean that VZW, etc. sells/sold the N6 as a full priced unlocked N6 just like any other? Thanks.
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Nexus 6 is no different than any other device regarding carrier unlocking. All others (VZW etc.) are carrier unlocked out of the box.
Sprint issue
So I own a nexus 6 through Sprint and I still owe money on it (installment billing, not contract) my question is I have a project fi sim card and I want to port my number over (I know I'll owe the remaining balance) but can I do this while I pay my balance off of does it need to be paid off first. I ask for two reasons, one is because its supposed to be carrier unlocked out of box, and two, because I had one project fi card activated already and it worked just fine. Just wanted to make sure
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So I own a nexus 6 through Sprint and I still owe money on it (installment billing, not contract) my question is I have a project fi sim card and I want to port my number over (I know I'll owe the remaining balance) but can I do this while I pay my balance off of does it need to be paid off first. I ask for two reasons, one is because its supposed to be carrier unlocked out of box, and two, because I had one project fi card activated already and it worked just fine. Just wanted to make sure
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Installment billing is a contract. If you port your number before you finish paying it, Sprint will hit you with the remaining balance - I don't know whether or not they throw in a penalty fee on top of that. You would need to have them unlock it once your account is squared away (or just pay $5 for a code on eBay).
From Sprint website:
What happens if a customer on an Installment Agreement cancels service prior to completing their 24 device payments?
If a customer on an Installment Agreement cancels service prior to completing their 24 device payments, the full remaining unpaid balance on the device will be due on customer's next invoice.
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From Sprint website:
What happens if a customer on an Installment Agreement cancels service prior to completing their 24 device payments?
If a customer on an Installment Agreement cancels service prior to completing their 24 device payments, the full remaining unpaid balance on the device will be due on customer's next invoice.
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So I'll have to pay it off, or get that eBay code thing? Even though I've activated a fi sim card in it before but with a different number?
neku889 said:
So I'll have to pay it off, or get that eBay code thing? Even though I've activated a fi sim card in it before but with a different number?
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Good luck on the Ebay code. Another user tried to bypass ATT and there was no code available for the N6.
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Good luck on the Ebay code. Another user tried to bypass ATT and there was no code available for the N6.
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Blah I just wana enjoy fi
neku889 said:
So I'll have to pay it off, or get that eBay code thing? Even though I've activated a fi sim card in it before but with a different number?
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From my understanding a Fi sim card would have been able to activate and work on it, by connecting to Sprint's network only. You can't get out of paying off the rest of the phone and keep it, since that would be stealing and phone companes generally frown upon that kind of thing.
olly666 said:
From my understanding a Fi sim card would have been able to activate and work on it, by connecting to Sprint's network only. You can't get out of paying off the rest of the phone and keep it, since that would be stealing and phone companes generally frown upon that kind of thing.
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I have every intention of paying it off, bug as for being only to connect to Sprint only. I had it connect to lte and get lte speeds where I live, and where I live Sprint only has 3g while T-Mobile has lte...this is where I get confused as to it not working even though it's already carrier unlocked out of box
neku889 said:
So I own a nexus 6 through Sprint and I still owe money on it (installment billing, not contract) my question is I have a project fi sim card and I want to port my number over (I know I'll owe the remaining balance) but can I do this while I pay my balance off of does it need to be paid off first. I ask for two reasons, one is because its supposed to be carrier unlocked out of box, and two, because I had one project fi card activated already and it worked just fine. Just wanted to make sure
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olly666 said:
Installment billing is a contract. If you port your number before you finish paying it, Sprint will hit you with the remaining balance - I don't know whether or not they throw in a penalty fee on top of that. You would need to have them unlock it once your account is squared away (or just pay $5 for a code on eBay).
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Sprint N6 are not carrier locked. You do not not need an unlock code to move your device to Fi. With that said, you are still legally and ethically bound by the termination requirements of your contract.
FWIW: the only US carrier N6 that is carrier locked is AT&T.