Hey guys I just got a SAMSUNG GALAXY S2 SKYROCKET FOR ATT!
My question is can i unlock this phone for Tmobile (without having to pay)
Nope, the Skyrocket doesn't have a free unlock method now.
So only way is by paying one of those sites?
Yep, from another thread I've seen, it's about $40 but with a coupon code you can get 50% off
we'll give a little more time, I think one of the developers will come up with something
unfortunately you can't. You can buy an unlocking code on the web (btw, consider that you are not going to be able to use tmo 4g with the stock att radio)
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hello all
I want to replace my Samsung Galaxy S Vibrant with the LG Optimus G2X.
as I understood, the G2X comes sim-locked to t-mobile's only sims...
is it possible to unlock the phone somehow myself or do I have to go and purchase an unlocking code or something like that from online sites?
I'm planning to buy a used G2X, so I have no idea if doing so, I'll be able to contact t-mobile and ask for the unlocking code myself, or even if they allow such a thing ..
any help would be appreciated.
Rami
Check that
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13376185
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gmasterb said:
hello all
I want to replace my Samsung Galaxy S Vibrant with the LG Optimus G2X.
as I understood, the G2X comes sim-locked to t-mobile's only sims...
is it possible to unlock the phone somehow myself or do I have to go and purchase an unlocking code or something like that from online sites?
I'm planning to buy a used G2X, so I have no idea if doing so, I'll be able to contact t-mobile and ask for the unlocking code myself, or even if they allow such a thing ..
any help would be appreciated.
Rami
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If you have a T-Mobile account in good standing more than 90 days they will give you the unlock code for free. If you are not a TMO customer or meet the requirements above you need to buy a code.
I can sell you an unlock code for $5.00. Cheaper on ebay also but I give good service.
you can provide the unlocking code instantly or does it take few minutes/hours to get it?
I'm afraid of purchasing the used G2X since I have no way of checking it beforehand since it is sim-locked... right?
Rami
gmasterb said:
you can provide the unlocking code instantly or does it take few minutes/hours to get it?
I'm afraid of purchasing the used G2X since I have no way of checking it beforehand since it is sim-locked... right?
Rami
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The code can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours to retrieve. On the weekends if LG's database is down you might have to wait over 24 hours. Normally you have the code in less than one hour.
You can check a lot of functions without the sim. If the seller has a T-Mobile sim you can use theirs to try it.
Im thinking of buying an at&t version of this phone to use with rogers here in canada and i wanted to know whether it can be unlocked to be used with any gsm carrier?
yes you can but from what I hear, you cannot use the unlock tool from the market so you'll have to get the unlock code from AT&T or online after a small fee.
hmmm why?
from what i have been reading the Rogers one (which is the SGS2 LTE) is the international version and probably get the ICS upgrade before the AT&T Skyrocket.
Skyrocket is something AT&T made.
Also Carrier IQ is installed in the AT&T ones out of the box...
i could be all wrong since i am new to the android scene, but this is what i gathered from reading around..
The Rogers one is nice IMHO
The reason i was asking was because i found some at&t versions on ebay which were selling for less than the rogers version on craigslist.
ahhhh makes sense ; >
When I called AT&T the told me they can't give me the unlock code for my Skyrocket "you will have to pay a third party" (sic) !!!
I would love to get some feedback if you are able to get the unlock code from AT&T
I have the Rogers Galaxy S2 LTE and purchased an unlock code from cellularunlock for 9 dollars and it worked perfectly. Also rooted my phone with the Super One Click app. Worked like a charm. Zeide
floppy__ said:
When I called AT&T the told me they can't give me the unlock code for my Skyrocket "you will have to pay a third party" (sic) !!!
I would love to get some feedback if you are able to get the unlock code from AT&T
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I have AT&T in the US and I called them to unlock the Skyrocket. At first the lady said it wasn't possible. Then I explained that I travel overseas frequently and there are some countries that don't have any AT&T signal or service. She said OK and then did some more digging: you have to have purchased the phone at full price, not be an abuser of data roaming, and submit the original receipt. Once they send you this form to fill out it takes a few days to receive the code. I avoided all that mumbo jumbo by complaining and finally the lady said she would send my case to the "technicians". Three days later I got an email with the unlock code and instructions. It depends on who you get on the phone. Don't give up. Or just pay the $20-$30 for the unlock code online.
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I unlocked mine using cellunlocker.net It was $28 and they sent me the unlock code in a few hours.
I unlocked it using my wife's T mobile SIM. After unlocking, it took several minutes for the T Mobile network to come on but it works fine. I made several calls with my wife's SIM in my phone. It does get EDGE data speeds which you would expect.
I just got the Galaxy S2 Skyrocket, and I can't get it unlocked by apps from Google play, so I have no way to use the phone. Can anyone help me to get the unlock code? I will appreciate and pay some fee for your advice. If you think you can do it, please pm me and I will provide the imei number of the phone.
NANOSCALE said:
I just got the Galaxy S2 Skyrocket, and I can't get it unlocked by apps from Google play, so I have no way to use the phone. Can anyone help me to get the unlock code? I will appreciate and pay some fee for your advice. If you think you can do it, please pm me and I will provide the imei number of the phone.
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Id love to help you, but the last time I tried this I needed the previous owners account information on at&t to do it.
Best advice I have is ebay. If you want to pay 25 USD you can have an unlock code in 24hrs.
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http://www.cellunlocker.net/
these guys are pretty good, although I feel like there is a free hacking software solution out there.
orangekid said:
http://www.cellunlocker.net/
these guys are pretty good, although I feel like there is a free hacking software solution out there.
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+1, i've used their services before on 2 HTC devices in the past through an ebay order.
they're pretty fast and reliable.
leo321 said:
Id love to help you, but the last time I tried this I needed the previous owners account information on at&t to do it.
Best advice I have is ebay. If you want pay 25 USD you can have an unlock code in 24hrs.
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My fellow Tennessee'r is right. Maybe less time just depends on who ya choose.
I use these guys
Cellunlock.net Look for "Unlock Any USA Samsung Phone"
50% Off Code: android50
Enjoy!
AT&T will not provide an unlock code for this device so don't even waste your time
sk337sk337 said:
My fellow Tennessee'r is right. Maybe less time just depends on who ya choose.
I use these guys
Cellunlock.net Look for "Unlock Any USA Samsung Phone"
50% Off Code: android50
Enjoy!
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How to use the coupon code? I couldn't see any box to type the coupon code.
Fltmobileuser said:
AT&T will not provide an unlock code for this device so don't even waste your time
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Really? Someone claims they can get unlock code from AT&T with ease.
NANOSCALE said:
How to use the coupon code? I couldn't see any box to type the coupon code.
Really? Someone claims they can get unlock code from AT&T with ease.
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You have to go through checkout and there's a spot for it
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Theres a unlock solution in the I9100 forum here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1064978
not sure if it will help you
orangekid said:
http://www.cellunlocker.net/
these guys are pretty good, although I feel like there is a free hacking software solution out there.
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Yes I have used their services and you get the code within 1-6 hrs most of the times.
Yes there is a software hack for unlocking these phones but non of the developers have made it public like they did it for Other phones is Galaxy S series. These software hacks are available as paid solution through some repair box (S-box for e.g) or some via websites on per unlock credit basis.
Thanks everyone. I was not patient enough to, so I got code from Ebay.
good choice...cheap as hell on there and its fast
Unlock your Samsung Galaxy S2 Skyrocket Instantly
I've notice that there are free apps in the Market that are able to unlock some versions of the Samsung Galaxy S series. Unfortunately after much research I forced to the conclusion that the Skyrocket is not one of the supported devices by those free apps.
Shopping around for an IMEI unlock code yielded nothing less than US$24.50. That was until I turned to Ebay. There are several solutions offered there but the one that appealed at an unbeatable price and 100% success rate was from the seller "aprivate".
Your phone will be unlocked via USB with a few clicks of the mouse Instantly. Absolutely seamless service.
Head on over to ebay and search for the seller aprivate or check out their website UnlockClient.com Unlock solutions are NOT limited to the Skyrocket but you can get all your models unlocked their instantly too.
They have great offers which despite my extreme satisfaction is another reason that I am taking the time out to write this review.
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paid but didnt get the code yet. its been 20 hours now
Hello!
I paid them for the unlock code but they didnt me the code yet. Tried calling them but they dont pickup. emailed them with no answer. Does that happen to other people or is it just me?
CELLUNLOCK .net website I am talking about.
Thanks!
sk337sk337 said:
My fellow Tennessee'r is right. Maybe less time just depends on who ya choose.
I use these guys
Cellunlock.net Look for "Unlock Any USA Samsung Phone"
50% Off Code: android50
Enjoy!
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Third party unlocking was made illegal in the us about 2 weeks or so ago..
Omg.
I am never going to use that phone in this country ever not even going to start the phone on any US carriers. After unlocking, I am sending it to my mom and she stays out of US.
Will that be okay?
bodh said:
Third party unlocking was made illegal in the us about 2 weeks or so ago..
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Im not sure. If the phone was originally bought and sold in the us, then probably not, unless the original carrier were to unlock it. Was just mentioning that perhaps you had not gotten a reply from that site because they're figuring out their legal status, as well as if they can fulfill your order or must refund you.
AT&T Unlock Code
Fltmobileuser said:
AT&T will not provide an unlock code for this device so don't even waste your time
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Wrong. I asked via the unlock portal and received the unlock code in about 8 hours.
Free unlock from AT&T
I was also able to (after spending some time on hold) get an unlock code directly from AT&T. I do have an AT&T account, have been with them for a long time, and do NOT have a contract. I also bought the phone used.
This won't unlock your phone, but you can use it on Cricket or H2O Wireless - even though it's still locked to AT&T - for a LOT less money. $27.00 per month for H2O and $35.00 per month with Cricket - if you use the auto pay option. HTH.
Assuming that TMOB does not lock the bootloader so that the S7 variants can be rooted and custom roms eventually installed, what is the best way for a non-TMOB customer to outright purchase a TMOB variant of the S7 so that it could be unlocked and used on another carrier, like T, that locks their bootloader?
I am going to assume here that TMOB will use the same TMOB Remote Device Unlock App that requires the IMEI to be in their DB and registered. Looking at the TMOB pre-paid site, the phones available seem not to be very modern so I would guess S7 will not appear there for many years.
Is it as simple as going to a TMOB store and doing an outright purchase without a plan?
Last time, I pre-ordered a Note 4 prior to release and had to setup service and cancel within 30 days which was a bit of pain.
I am looking for a simpler retail channel.
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Right there with ya, would love to find out.
Carriers in the US are finding new ways to keep users from unlocking phones and moving to other carriers. These new monthly installments and required post paid plans are one of those ways. Best bet would be hoping for third-party unlocking services to work with t-mobile's version soon after launch.
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Assuming that TMOB does not lock the bootloader so that the S7 variants can be rooted and custom roms eventually installed, what is the best way for a non-TMOB customer to outright purchase a TMOB variant of the S7 so that it could be unlocked and used on another carrier, like T, that locks their bootloader?
I am going to assume here that TMOB will use the same TMOB Remote Device Unlock App that requires the IMEI to be in their DB and registered. Looking at the TMOB pre-paid site, the phones available seem not to be very modern so I would guess S7 will not appear there for many years.
Is it as simple as going to a TMOB store and doing an outright purchase without a plan?
Last time, I pre-ordered a Note 4 prior to release and had to setup service and cancel within 30 days which was a bit of pain.
I am looking for a simpler retail channel.
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I'm in the same boat, but I don't believe a simpler retail channel exists. Each release since the S6 has been locked down with the TMOB app and even direct customers have a hard time unlocking within the first 21 days. Threads on XDA discussing carrier unlock reach hundreds of posts - never seems to be an answer other than buy the device outright and request an unlock code after 30days. =/
Found this place that is supposed to be able to unlock TMOB's crapulance. I have not idea if they really can do it though.
http://www.androidsimunlock.com/phone-unlocking-service/tmobile-device-unlock-app-official-unlock/
unlockbase.com also advertises they can too, but when I emailed them specifically about the S7 they said they were not sure.
I'm wondering whether there will be an unlocked 64gb (or hopefully 128gb!) variant that could accept a TMo stock-based ROM & utilize WiFi calling & all TMo LTE bands.
I'm glad this thread was started, I'm looking to buy the tmobile s7 outright and was trying to figure out how I was gonna unlock it.
My tmobile s5 had an unlocked bootloader, I'm hoping for the same with the s7... Anyone know if the tmobile s6 came with unlocked bootloader?
Pretty simple: is there a way for me to unlock my SIM without paying $50 to Rogers or any other amount to potential scammers?
Samsung used to unlock the S7 for free I've read, but I've contacted them and apparently they don't do that anymore. Lucky me, they stopped 3 weeks ago... So I don't mind getting my hands dirty and flashing code, but I'm just trying to avoid paying since I'm unlocking to get a better resale value on eBay.
Thanks
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DenisEhm said:
Pretty simple: is there a way for me to unlock my SIM without paying $50 to Rogers or any other amount to potential scammers?
Samsung used to unlock the S7 for free I've read, but I've contacted them and apparently they don't do that anymore. Lucky me, they stopped 3 weeks ago... So I don't mind getting my hands dirty and flashing code, but I'm just trying to avoid paying since I'm unlocking to get a better resale value on eBay.
Thanks
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hi mate
there is no DIY guide as far as i know ....all option are either thru your service provider or pay services :crying:
I used this one for my S7 , is offer by Sammobile , is cheap ( about 17 USD) , online and safe
https://www.unlocksamsungonline.nl/unlock-samsung-sm-g935w8
I did not see listed the G930W8 but they have the G935W8 which is the same
Who want unlock Samsung any model for freee just pm me