I have a docomo Xperia XZ1 Compact SO-02K (Japan model?). I thought I was SOL when the dev options didn't let me unlock bootloader.
I connected it to my wifi and let it sit for about an hour. Once it synced up, it eventually unlocked that option. The device was listed as "unlocked" on eBay.
Bootloader Unlock Allowed now says yes.
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just got a xperia t lt30a, didn't knew that it was sim locked, now i want to unlock it, i don't know what network is locked to.
how can i find this information?
anyone can suggest a cheap safe unlocking site?
Sisqo said:
just got a xperia t lt30a, didn't knew that it was sim locked, now i want to unlock it, i don't know what network is locked to.
how can i find this information?
anyone can suggest a cheap safe unlocking site?
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I think the lt30a is the AT&T phone. You may be able to get an unlock code from them. I had no problem getting an unlock code from AT&T when I sold my S3 to buy this phone.
EDIT: I read this wrong. the AT&T version is lt30at. Sorry.
yes.
from what i undestand it was bought in uk.
some people are confusing the 2 unlock types
Just in case, the sim unlock process is a simple one, just insert another sim from the other provider and enter the code provided.
Unlocking the bootloader is not possible with some versions including the lt30a - at least a method does not yet exist - unless you are working with the models that have unlocking enabled. Check other posts which cover this topic extensively.
yes i know it asks for the SIM network unlock PIN, i do not have one.
and also i know that the bootloader isn't unlockable, i've checked in service info. i don't need unlocked bootloader for now as i have rooted the latest stock 4.1.2, only problem i have it with the sim lock..
got the sim network unlock pin from network operator, thread can be closed
Or put [solved] in the title
Sent from my LT30p, 4.1.2 stock, DooMKernel v7,root access, unlocked bootloader.
I'm looking into buying a used SP and I got somewhat confused about sim- and bootloaderlocks.
If I get a (cheaper) simlocked phone - is there a chance the bootloader is unlockable? (Guess not since it would help in removing the simlock...)
Given a simlocked phone with 'bootloader unlock allowed:no' - will having a phoneshop remove the simlock result in an unlockable state?
Do I have to get a factory unlocked non-carrier-branded phone to get unlockability?
If not - how do I recognize unlockable ones prior to the sim-unlock?
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Shops in my country charge about 45 dollars for unlocking sony phones. Is there any detriment in using a web-based service instead?
Can someone recommend a trustworthy one they've used themselves? How much was it and how long did it take?
Thanks for your insights
ZanyG said:
I'm looking into buying a used SP and I got somewhat confused about sim- and bootloaderlocks.
If I get a (cheaper) simlocked phone - is there a chance the bootloader is unlockable? (Guess not since it would help in removing the simlock...)
Given a simlocked phone with 'bootloader unlock allowed:no' - will having a phoneshop remove the simlock result in an unlockable state?
Do I have to get a factory unlocked non-carrier-branded phone to get unlockability?
If not - how do I recognize unlockable ones prior to the sim-unlock?
Thanks for your insights
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You're basically flying blind unless you buy a factory sim unlocked phone which should have the bootloader unlockable. If the carrier has simlocked it then they usually bootloader lock it too.
good afternoon, I have a problem with my xperia z1 c6903 when unlocking the bootloader I get a message that says your phone can not be officially unlocked that I should thank.
Apparently Sony has blocked the ability to unlock the bootloader on certain devices.
This is most likely the case if you got your phone from your carrier. Do you have a branded Z1?
You can also look up if this is the case by doing the following:
1. Open dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#*
2. Go to Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status.
3. "Bootloader unlock allowed" should say Yes
If it doesn't, then at least the official way of unlocking your device won't work.
Any "not official" way to unlock the bootloader? Mine is locked too and i want to install something new in that old one. Thanks in advance.
Mine says not posible but i read somewere that can be done
That's the thing, is an old smartphone today, i don't understand why only certains models can be unlocked. Now im on last oficial os (5.1.1). I get it root but i cant unlock the bootloader in any way.
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That's the thing, is an old smartphone today, i don't understand why only certains models can be unlocked. Now im on last oficial os (5.1.1). I get it root but i cant unlock the bootloader in any way.
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Fyrenic said:
Apparently Sony has blocked the ability to unlock the bootloader on certain devices.
This is most likely the case if you got your phone from your carrier. Do you have a branded Z1?
You can also look up if this is the case by doing the following:
1. Open dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#*
2. Go to Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status.
3. "Bootloader unlock allowed" should say Yes
If it doesn't, then at least the official way of unlocking your device won't work.
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hi is there any unofficial way to unlock it, i want to have freedom on choosing what rom to install, i'm having difficulties on finding a rom that works on the stock kernel. can you help?
My xperia SP model is M35C. Bootloader unlock allowed:NO.now i got the Unlock key and disassembled mobile phone for how to go into 9008 model.
anyone have s1tool? i found an old version only,cannot support xperia sp.:crying:
https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/huashan/install
Follow this guide to unlock your phone's bootloader
Neverending story... You CAN'T unlock this phone. If it says that "Bootloader unlock allowed:NO" then nothing can be done with it. At least not without having access to SONY service equipment.
What do you think, why some of them are selling so cheap in Chinese webshops ? Because they are locked for good.
I know for the HTC G2, you can downgrade the Android software version to unlock the bootloader, are there any software solutions like that for locked devices?
No, theres nothing you can do about that unfortunately.
When you get a phone from a network provider, it is likely the phone would not be allowed to have the bootloader unlocked. They request Sony to do that before they ship it out to them.
My advice next time is to buy it FACTORY unlocked. If you're buying an unlocked Sony phone secondhand online, ask the seller if it has been previously locked to a network provider before. If the seller not so sure, guide them to the service menu to where the bootloader status is. That's what I would do.