Hi,
i have xperia e c1505
can someone explain what it means ?
*#*#7378423#*#*
Service info => sim lock
[o] network 4
[x] network subnet 0
[x] service provider 0
[x] corporate 0
[x] SIM 0
I was reading all day but cant find answer.
when is [x] that mean that filed is locked
when is [ ] that mean that field is unlocked
but what means [o] ??
and what means when last 4 fileds are locked?
thank you in advance.
dunpeall said:
Hi,
i have xperia e c1505
can someone explain what it means ?
*#*#7378423#*#*
Service info => sim lock
[o] network 4
[x] network subnet 0
[x] service provider 0
[x] corporate 0
[x] SIM 0
I was reading all day but cant find answer.
when is [x] that mean that filed is locked
when is [ ] that mean that field is unlocked
but what means [o] ??
and what means when last 4 fileds are locked?
thank you in advance.
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Why would you want to know any way?
It might mean your phone is unlocked to all networks or locked to one network.
if im not mistaken, probably means its sim-locked and you have 4 attempts to unluck it by code (just guessing.. not sure)
UltraGamerHD said:
Why would you want to know any way?
It might mean your phone is unlocked to all networks or locked to one network.
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I would like to know because i want to unlock it. When insert sim from another carier says "sim network unlock pin" and want to know is there any posible way to unlock because there is no [x] in network ? and where can i find answer what mean [o]?
thank you
dunpeall said:
I would like to know because i want to unlock it. When insert sim from another carier says "sim network unlock pin" and want to know is there any posible way to unlock because there is no [x] in network ? and where can i find answer what mean [o]?
thank you
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"o" probably means enabled while "x" means disabled
i suggest contacting your operator regarding network unlock, if you type the wrong code many times bad things will happen
-Ric- said:
"o" probably means enabled while "x" means disabled
i suggest contacting your operator regarding network unlock, if you type the wrong code many times bad things will happen
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I know that, it can be hardlocked and only unloked via cable with xperia official software if false 4 time more
-Ric- if im not mistaken, probably means its sim-locked and you have 4 attempts to unluck it by code (just guessing.. not sure)
I have 5 at begining and try 1, now left 4. and is locked, but still can figure it whay on other phone there is [x] and [ ] ... and in my situation [o].
anyway thanks for fast answers.
If network Value is 5 then you can sim unlock your device. I no that much.
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It's probably a n00b question so apologies in advance, but if I root / bootloader unlock and Cyanogenmod flash an Android phone that's locked to a certain network, will that network lock be removed along with the official default Android ROM? Or is the lock at something like a BIOS level (or whatever the smartphone equivalent of a BIOS is)?
I bought a pre-unlocked Xperia U about a year ago that I've been using on Vodafone and had to return it under warranty (got stuck in a boot loop despite the fact that it's totally unmodified, not even rooted, honest!) and the replacement they sent back is locked to Virgin Mobile. They're telling me that the phone I sent them was originally sold to Virgin in France and locked to Virgin before I bought it, and that they've therefore fulfilled their responsibility. So I'm just wondering now about unlocking, and I've always been curious anyway about how / if bootloader unlocking, custom ROMs etc are related to network unlocking.
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide with this!
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splscs said:
It's probably a n00b question so apologies in advance, but if I root / bootloader unlock and Cyanogenmod flash an Android phone that's locked to a certain network, will that network lock be removed along with the official default Android ROM? Or is the lock at something like a BIOS level (or whatever the smartphone equivalent of a BIOS is)?
I bought a pre-unlocked Xperia U about a year ago that I've been using on Vodafone and had to return it under warranty (got stuck in a boot loop despite the fact that it's totally unmodified, not even rooted, honest!) and the replacement they sent back is locked to Virgin Mobile. They're telling me that the phone I sent them was originally sold to Virgin in France and locked to Virgin before I bought it, and that they've therefore fulfilled their responsibility. So I'm just wondering now about unlocking, and I've always been curious anyway about how / if bootloader unlocking, custom ROMs etc are related to network unlocking.
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide with this!
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well u can unlock it.. by getting the code from sony..
It will also unlock the ph..'s Sim lock..
Or ask the sony officialy for this.. they'll provide u every info required.
But unlocking the bl will do the job for you to be sim free
But do double check this from google too.
Also before unlocking pls make a backup as it will wipe everything from the device.
Just unlock and don't flash any custom kernels.If you want to then do it carefully pls with a backup and a copy of flashable stock rom.
Flash custom roms based on stock kernels
Hope this will answer the query..
Thanks for your reply! I spoke to Sony and they just told me to contact the network (which have done and they're wanting to charge me a fee to provide the unlock code). So to clarify, if I root the phone and unlock the bootloader, the network SIM lock will also be removed?
splscs said:
Thanks for your reply! I spoke to Sony and they just told me to contact the network (which have done and they're wanting to charge me a fee to provide the unlock code). So to clarify, if I root the phone and unlock the bootloader, the network SIM lock will also be removed?
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Not by rooting but also i guess not even by unlocking bl..
how much are they charging exactly..
i'll try to find the link for this
Also check this that how many times is the code applied for unlocking..it should not be 0
use this *#*#7378243#*#* in dialer
then service info sim lock
ADDICT.ANK said:
Not by rooting but also i guess not even by unlocking bl..
how much are they charging exactly..
i'll try to find the link for this
Also check this that how many times is the code applied for unlocking..it should not be 0
use this *#*#7378243#*#* in dialer
then service info sim lock
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When I dial that number, the number just disappears. What is it for? They want £15.32 for the code. Should I just pay them and forget about trying to remove the lock?
splscs said:
When I dial that number, the number just disappears. What is it for? They want £15.32 for the code. Should I just pay them and forget about trying to remove the lock?
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Sorry the code is this
*#*#7378423#*#*
check the sim lock counters should be zero in all..
if zero then once u can try googling the code for unlocking if they work then it's great.
if not then it would be better to pay them for this as its a bit risky..
and are u using virgin's network??
As it's cheaper what they areaskingfor i guess.
ADDICT.ANK said:
Sorry the code is this
*#*#7378423#*#*
check the sim lock counters should be zero in all..
if zero then once u can try googling the code for unlocking if they work then it's great.
if not then it would be better to pay them for this as its a bit risky..
and are u using virgin's network??
As it's cheaper what they areaskingfor i guess.
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Thanks, I'll give it a try! And nah I use Vodafone. Virgin has no signal at all in my area.
Hello guys !
Friend of mine has a z3 and I am confused about network condition of this phone. In the hidden menu for network write that the phone is "This phone is permanently locked and can not be unlocked" but when I put different sim card the phone is recognized and work well ?
Someone with explanation of this ?
Thank you !
deankk said:
Hello guys !
Friend of mine has a z3 and I am confused about network condition of this phone. In the hidden menu for network write that the phone is "This phone is permanently locked and can not be unlocked" but when I put different sim card the phone is recognized and work well ?
Someone with explanation of this ?
Thank you !
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Sim lock has nothing to do with bootloader unlock
Sorry I don't get it ! I want to know that my phone is unlocked or not to all carrier networks .I check like this *#*#7378423#*#*>service info>sim lock> and all field have zeros
deankk said:
Sorry I don't get it ! I want to know that my phone is unlocked or not to all carrier networks .I check like this *#*#7378423#*#*>service info>sim lock> and all field have zeros
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You have already said that when you put another SIM card in it works, so it is not SIM Locked
Where did you get the info about This phone is permanently locked and can not be unlocked
gregbradley said:
You have already said that when you put another SIM card in it works, so it is not SIM Locked
Where did you get the info about This phone is permanently locked and can not be unlocked
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Here http://sim-unlock.net/simlock/Sony/Xperia_Z3/
deankk said:
Here http://sim-unlock.net/simlock/Sony/Xperia_Z3/
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Where on the phone are you looking?
gregbradley said:
You have already said that when you put another SIM card in it works, so it is not SIM Locked
Where did you get the info about This phone is permanently locked and can not be unlocked
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gregbradley said:
Where on the phone are you looking?
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I do this:
1. Turn on the phone whithout sim card
2. Type *#*#7378423#*#*
3. Select Service info
4. Select SimLock
5. Check where is X
6. If X is on NETWORK and value is different than 0, you can unlock your phone.
7. If it is 0 unlock by code is NOT possible.
The counter is blocked.
Please see attach file
deankk said:
I do this:
1. Turn on the phone whithout sim card
2. Type *#*#7378423#*#*
3. Select Service info
4. Select SimLock
5. Check where is X
6. If X is on NETWORK and value is different than 0, you can unlock your phone.
7. If it is 0 unlock by code is NOT possible.
The counter is blocked.
Please see attach file
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OK, I am unsure on this. I thought you were mistaking the bootloader unlock for SIM unlock.
However, if you can put another SIM in it from a different provider and it works, then it is unlocked
Ok thank you I for your opinion !
Your phone Is unlocked. Mine is the same
gregbradley said:
OK, I am unsure on this. I thought you were mistaking the bootloader unlock for SIM unlock.
However, if you can put another SIM in it from a different provider and it works, then it is unlocked
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If you enter the service info and indicates "0" on the sim lock statu, it means it is OPENLINE in laymans term. Means you can use other sim provider. If it is "1" means your device is sim locked. (0= off, 1= on)
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Edit: *never mind, delete*
I want to unlock my phone but I'm not sure that it will work. because when we look at the service menu of phone.
it write:
[]Network 0
[]Network subset 0
[x]Service provider 0
[]corporate 0
[]Sim 0
in the sim lock menu. could you help me about this.
thanks
thanks.
Hello community,
I´ve searched everywhere to solve this issue without success - I hope you´ll be able to provide a solution.
I´ve bought an unlocked S7 with Qualcomm/Snapdragon in the U.S. (no carrier contract) - I´ve used the phone for about 2 months with a U.S. local SIM card and everything worked fine.
Back at my homecountry I wanted to insert a new SIM from a local german provider but the phone refused to accept it.
Error message: Invalid SIM (please insert the UICC which came with the device) mhhhh, the device didn´t came with any UICC?!?! Looks like a simlock...
In several articles about the S7 I´ve read following e.g. "S7 will lock to a carrier once a SIM card is inserted" .... how can it be? I mean is it true?
So I wanted to root the device but I´ve noticed really quick that the Qualcomm/Snapdragon version has a locked bootloader, means root is not possible at the moment
Simple question
- Is there aaaany way to open/unlock the device to a new SIM carrier?
I just want to use my phone :crying:
Thanks in advance for your support.
Best regards
AdmiralAwesome
https://findmymobile.samsung.com/ try to unlock device
uacode said:
https://findmymobile.samsung.com/ try to unlock device
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That option does only unlock the screen remotely, nothing else, nothing to do with sim card
Sent from my SM-G930F using XDA-Developers mobile app
US phone will not work in the EU, as far as I know. Even if the radios are capable, there are blocks in place via Samsung, FCC anb EU that won't let it happen. Could be wrong, but yeah.
https://www.justaskgemalto.com/en/what-uicc-and-how-it-different-sim-card/
AdmiralAwesome said:
Hello community,
I´ve searched everywhere to solve this issue without success - I hope you´ll be able to provide a solution.
I´ve bought an unlocked S7 with Qualcomm/Snapdragon in the U.S. (no carrier contract) - I´ve used the phone for about 2 months with a U.S. local SIM card and everything worked fine.
Back at my homecountry I wanted to insert a new SIM from a local german provider but the phone refused to accept it.
Error message: Invalid SIM (please insert the UICC which came with the device) mhhhh, the device didn´t came with any UICC?!?! Looks like a simlock...
In several articles about the S7 I´ve read following e.g. "S7 will lock to a carrier once a SIM card is inserted" .... how can it be? I mean is it true?
So I wanted to root the device but I´ve noticed really quick that the Qualcomm/Snapdragon version has a locked bootloader, means root is not possible at the moment
Simple question
- Is there aaaany way to open/unlock the device to a new SIM carrier?
I just want to use my phone :crying:
Thanks in advance for your support.
Best regards
AdmiralAwesome
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Maybe you can try to activate developers options by pressing on build number in software info 5 times. Under developments options there is an option for OEM unlock, try that.
raj_p said:
Maybe you can try to activate developers options by pressing on build number in software info 5 times. Under developments options there is an option for OEM unlock, try that.
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Hello raj_p, this option is already activated. Didn´t work.
I guess I will try to use the service of unlockbase and give it a try...
Already told you that it's not happening. Galaxy phones are region locked.
MattBooth said:
Already told you that it's not happening. Galaxy phones are region locked.
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Hello MattBooth,
yes you did. I just received feedback from Samsung Germany and you are right. There is really a regional lock between US & EU versions.
According support team here in Germany I have to contact the region where the phone was sold.
I will contact the US Samsung support and chek if it is possible to unlock it. I will keep you in the loop.
By the way - I would still prefer a root solution...hope it will not take too long until someone will find a way to root a Snapdragon.
Other solutions are still welcome...go on with the tips :good:
Bye
How about flashing a different CSC firmware via Odin?? No need for root to do that.
But....i have no clue if it will even work??
Mojar7070 said:
How about flashing a different CSC firmware via Odin?? No need for root to do that.
But....i have no clue if it will even work??
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Hello Major7070,
thanks for this very valid comment - I´ve never heard that a CSC can be flashed with a locked bootloader but if it is possible it could solve my issue...maybe at least :fingers-crossed:
@all, does anyone know if a CSC will help me in this case?
This is the current situation:
- Samsung Germany replied to my request following - yes, there is a regional lock in this phone, please contact the support of the origin country.
- Samsung USA replied following - there is nothing like a OEM regional lock in this phone - there is just a carrier lock by Boost Mobile, please get in contact with Boost Mobile
Boost mobile replied - we will help you with the unlock but you have to fulfill 3 requieremts:
1st - you need to be a boost mobile customer or former customer
2nd - the device should not be reported as stolen :good:
3rd - the device need to be at least 12 months old
I failed on requirement no. 1 & 3 - furthermore Samsun GER and USA gave contratict answers.
I didn´t even purchased the phone with a Boost contract - just used a Boost Mobile SIM during the three months.
The issue can not be caused by a carrier Simlock because if it would be created by it the phone would ask for the Network unlock code of each invalid SIM which is inserted to the device BUT it does not.
=> if this would be the case e.g. Unlockbase could help me with the issue but they can´t
OMG...I´m going crazy.
Thank you.
Best regards
AdmiralAwesome
I'm interested to hear if you found a solution to this? I have a U.S. S7 and I want to take it to Germany here in a month. I've been trying to get a Sim unlock code here last night but haven't had a success through att. Have you tried purchasing a code from a third party seller?
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AdmiralAwesome said:
Hello Major7070,
thanks for this very valid comment - I´ve never heard that a CSC can be flashed with a locked bootloader but if it is possible it could solve my issue...maybe at least :fingers-crossed:
@all, does anyone know if a CSC will help me in this case?
This is the current situation:
- Samsung Germany replied to my request following - yes, there is a regional lock in this phone, please contact the support of the origin country.
- Samsung USA replied following - there is nothing like a OEM regional lock in this phone - there is just a carrier lock by Boost Mobile, please get in contact with Boost Mobile
Boost mobile replied - we will help you with the unlock but you have to fulfill 3 requieremts:
1st - you need to be a boost mobile customer or former customer
2nd - the device should not be reported as stolen :good:
3rd - the device need to be at least 12 months old
I failed on requirement no. 1 & 3 - furthermore Samsun GER and USA gave contratict answers.
I didn´t even purchased the phone with a Boost contract - just used a Boost Mobile SIM during the three months.
The issue can not be caused by a carrier Simlock because if it would be created by it the phone would ask for the Network unlock code of each invalid SIM which is inserted to the device BUT it does not.
=> if this would be the case e.g. Unlockbase could help me with the issue but they can´t
OMG...I´m going crazy.
Thank you.
Best regards
AdmiralAwesome
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After all this answers it's seems that your S7 is Sim locked. YOU should try an online service for sim unlock your device. There are several app on play store, about 20 usd for that and a code is usualy provided in hours. At least for europe. All the apps provide full refound if the code is not found. Search for imei unlocker or unlockscope in play store
Good luck!
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calinormy said:
After all this answers it's seems that your S7 is Sim locked. YOU should try an online service for sim unlock your device. There are several app on play store, about 20 usd for that and a code is usualy provided in hours. At least for europe. All the apps provide full refound if the code is not found. Search for imei unlocker or unlockscope in play store
Good luck!
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Hello calinormy,
this were my first thoughts as well - but as I said, the phine is not asking for the "network unlock code".
I was in contact with several unlock providers and they said, that they can´t do anything for me as long as the phone is not requesting this code.
@all, I mean I´m willing to pay for such an unlock code...at least it is a try - but is there any way to insert the code via hotkeys if the phone does not request it?
Thanks.
Bye
Have you tried to factory reset the phone with the original sim inserted and then once complete insert the local EU sim? You might have to get a T-mobile USA sim to have the phone request a carrier unlock, not sure why that would matter but it's worth a shot.
SOLVED
Hello all,
just want to inform you guys that the issue with the "Invalid SIM" is solved now - BUT there is a new issue.
FYI
I had to downgrade my device with the stock ROM (see software Version)
Baseband was G930PVPU2APE1 => and after downgrade G930PVPU2APC5
The unlock was done by Samsung unlock remote client from 123unlock.nl
Log:
22:52:50 - Starting ADB Server
22:52:50 - ADB Device: SM-G930P
22:52:52 - SW Version: G930PVPU2APC5 (Android: 6.0.1)
22:52:52 - Platform: MSM8996 - Chip: MSM8996
22:52:52 - Phone SNR: 00000000000
22:52:52 - Hardware Version: REV0.6
22:52:52 - USB Mode: MTP ADB
22:52:52 - Uploading UICC package.. [OK]
22:52:55 - Unlocking.. [OK] Lock:0
22:53:02 - MSL/SPC:359276
22:53:02 - Uploading SEC package.. [OK]
22:53:02 - Unlocking SEC.. [OK]
22:53:04 - MSL/SPC: 359276
22:53:04 - UICC Unlock Done..
I have a new issue now:
The device does not connect to a network operator by itself and furthermore the option "Network operator" is not available in the settings (see attached pictures)
Any idea how to solve this problem or should I open a new topic?
Thanks.
What does it show your imei as?
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My guess is that you will have to upgrade to the latest ROM you already had installed. It might be that the IMEI cannot be read since that was upgraded with the ROM (and a downgrade of that partition will never happen)
Hi I just got a gift from my sister in Japan a Xperia SOV32 (Z5 type) I want to know if my unit can be unlocked or not
I just type #*#*7378423*#*#
[ ] Network 0
[x ] Network subset 10
[ ] Service provider 0
[ ] Corporate 0
[ ] Sim 0
Could you tell me if the unit can be unlocked. I will try to unlocked and use it here.
Hope for your immediate response.
Thanks,
trebliw30 said:
Hi I just got a gift from my sister in Japan a Xperia SOV32 (Z5 type) I want to know if my unit can be unlocked or not
I just type #*#*7378423*#*#
[ ] Network 0
[x ] Network subset 10
[ ] Service provider 0
[ ] Corporate 0
[ ] Sim 0
Could you tell me if the unit can be unlocked. I will try to unlocked and use it here.
Hope for your immediate response.
Thanks,
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SOV32 Can't be root
trebliw30 said:
Hi I just got a gift from my sister in Japan a Xperia SOV32 (Z5 type) I want to know if my unit can be unlocked or not
I just type #*#*7378423*#*#
[ ] Network 0
[x ] Network subset 10
[ ] Service provider 0
[ ] Corporate 0
[ ] Sim 0
Could you tell me if the unit can be unlocked. I will try to unlocked and use it here.
Hope for your immediate response.
Thanks,
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It can be unlocked and it can be rooted. Same phone here.
How to unlock this network, not sim.
So, How to unlock this network, not sim unlocking. Because in this case, the sim is unlocked but the network is locked. You can change this sim but only on au network, and you canot change to other network. If you use another sim card on other operator that use different frequency with au, it will have no signal.
trebliw30 said:
Hi I just got a gift from my sister in Japan a Xperia SOV32 (Z5 type) I want to know if my unit can be unlocked or not
I just type #*#*7378423*#*#
[ ] Network 0
[x] Network subset 10
[ ] Service provider 0
[ ] Corporate 0
[ ] Sim 0
Could you tell me if the unit can be unlocked. I will try to unlocked and use it here.
Hope for your immediate response.
Thanks,
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Hi, I have same issue as same as this. What does it mean? I insert my sim card and it just works fine. I did factory reset too and it's fine. Currently my rom is running lollipop, but i want to change it to nougat. I'm afraid getting my sim locked. Mine is Z5 AU (SOV32) too. Thank you.
[ ] Network 0
[x] Network subset 5
[ ] Service provider 0
[ ] Corporate 0
[ ] Sim 0
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Matius Anin said:
So, How to unlock this network, not sim unlocking. Because in this case, the sim is unlocked but the network is locked. You can change this sim but only on au network, and you canot change to other network. If you use another sim card on other operator that use different frequency with au, it will have no signal.
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So, will it be okay to flash another rom? Won't my sim or network be locked? Currently I'm running lolli, really want to upgrade it to noughat.
Also i got an info from a friend of mine, he said that if we change the sim carrier, it'll decrease the number of network subset. Is it true?
davidvincentb said:
Hi, I have same issue as same as this. What does it mean? I insert my sim card and it just works fine. I did factory reset too and it's fine. Currently my rom is running lollipop, but i want to change it to nougat. I'm afraid getting my sim locked. Mine is Z5 AU (SOV32) too. Thank you.
[ ] Network 0
[x] Network subset 5
[ ] Service provider 0
[ ] Corporate 0
[ ] Sim 0
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So, will it be okay to flash another rom? Won't my sim or network be locked? Currently I'm running lolli, really want to upgrade it to noughat.
Also i got an info from a friend of mine, he said that if we change the sim carrier, it'll decrease the number of network subset. Is it true?
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I read on Xperia Z5 group on FB, SOV32 (AU) version is not permanent unlocked. So will lose your network if you upgrade the OS. And you have to paid some money to unlocked it again. Just stay what you are.
mazzeldiaz said:
I read on Xperia Z5 group on FB, SOV32 (AU) version is not permanent unlocked. So will lose your network if you upgrade the OS. And you have to paid some money to unlocked it again. Just stay what you are.
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SOV32 can be sim unlock permanently without worrying to upgrade. I'm using one and what you've just read is a myth. no offense.. :good:
And you can flash international version if you want
donedos said:
It can be unlocked and it can be rooted. Same phone here.
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how to unlock a locked bootloader for SOV32 ? , if you know some information about it can you share the guide for unlocking it ? we have same device
zapkhiell said:
how to unlock a locked bootloader for SOV32 ? , if you know some information about it can you share the guide for unlocking it ? we have same device
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all you need is to patch your current kernel. unlock your bootloader and flash the patch boot.img that you have created. before doing that, make sure that your Bootloader unlock allowed says YES.
I just recently had to move back to Australia after a few years in Japan.
Before I left I spoke to AU (my Japanese provider) about unlocking my Xperia XZ (sov34). They advised me to use their online form, which I did. A follow up call to their help line confirmed the unlock worked.
It didn't.
Back in Australia, when I put an Australian sim card in it tells me "SIM locked by operator - no service" in the notifications bar.
Doing *#*#7378423#*#* reveals this:
The entries read
[] Network 0
[x] Network subset 10
[] Service provider 0
[] Corporate 0
[] SIM 0
Also, putting in an Aussie sim doesn't give me an option at all to enter an unlock code.
Is there anything I can do? I am willing to pay for an unlock code through a trustworthy site, as long as it will actually work. I don't want to pay and find out the phone is impossible to unlock.
So update, I decided to purchase an Unlock code from a site.
Still to recieve it, but I did notice something important.
When I put a new, no AUKddi sim card in the phone, I am given no option to input a code anywhere.
I understand that this is done by some phone companies specifically to make unlocking difficult. I am also of the understanding that I can flash the unlock screen in in some way. Is anyone willing to spare some time to show me how/provide a guide to do so?
sir
1. if your device is SIMLOCKED with Japanese network provider then ofcourse no other sim will work (even in japan). however lets assume that the device is International sim unlocked.
2. in this case if you are using SO3H version of xperia then you must flash AU firmware and try the Sim (suggestion)
3. when you say buying unlock code online... what do u mean? do u mean unlock sim code? or do u mean UNLOCK BOOTLOADER CODE ?
4. please don't unlock your device! unless you first downgrade to Android 6 and EXTRACT DRM KEYS (TA.img) ( its a SAGA if you decide to go that path i will guide you more sir)
5. you can change firmware from japan to AU only by flashtool. ( www.flashtool.net) , sony Xperia Companion may recognise your device as Japan market and flash the same firmware again!
6. please update what is your device mode, and Android version and BUILD NUMBER (sony stockrom)
YasuHamed said:
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1. if your device is SIMLOCKED with Japanese network provider then ofcourse no other sim will work (even in japan). however lets assume that the device is International sim unlocked.
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Well like I mentioned, I used AU/Kddi's online form to unlock the phone, and a follow up call assured me that it was unlocked.
2. in this case if you are using SO3H version of xperia then you must flash AU firmware and try the Sim (suggestion)
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My Xperia XZ is SOV34 if thats what you mean?
3. when you say buying unlock code online... what do u mean? do u mean unlock sim code? or do u mean UNLOCK BOOTLOADER CODE ?
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Unlock SIM code from codes2unlock.
4. please don't unlock your device! unless you first downgrade to Android 6 and EXTRACT DRM KEYS (TA.img) ( its a SAGA if you decide to go that path i will guide you more sir)
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Do you mean dont Bootloader Unlock?
6. please update what is your device mode, and Android version and BUILD NUMBER (sony stockrom)
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Android Version 8.0.0, Build Number 41.3.C.1.89. How do I find Device Mode?
popculturepooka said:
Well like I mentioned, I used AU/Kddi's online form to unlock the phone, and a follow up call assured me that it was unlocked.
My Xperia XZ is SOV34 if thats what you mean?
Unlock SIM code from codes2unlock.
Do you mean dont Bootloader Unlock?
Android Version 8.0.0, Build Number 41.3.C.1.89. How do I find Device Mode?
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1. Things are much clear now, you were trying to sim UNLOCK the device. if you have succeeded and still cant register AU sim
2. then flashing different market firmware may solve this issue.
3. you should not UNLOCK the BOOTLOADER if you are not interested in rooting the device and
3b. even when you decide that you want to unlock the bootloader then you must first downgrade to android 6 and EXTRACT the TA-xxx-xxx-xxx-xxx.img file known as DRMKEY FILE and then upgrade back to Android 8 and then unlock.
4 sorry, DEVICE modeL . F8331 or F8332 (dual / Single)
Guys, is it hard to check other forum topics of japanese phones?
It's simple - just write with Flashtool a Docomo firmware for this model (all models there have a specific country firmwares list, usually only 3 for Japan - KDDI, Docomo and somethimes Softbank). Usually Docomo immediately asks for code when inserting a foreign sim, it's some KDDI quirk that they removed or broken that function in their firmware with unlocking.
All of this is not related to bootloader - all Sony phones in Japan specifically NEVER ever unlocked on bootloader level, they completely closed their market from "open source" or there's not such strict laws like in EU. So, it's useless to even discuss such with japanese phones.
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I was able succesfully flashing it with Central European firmware (less bloatware than Au) and with foreign SIM it immediately asks for Unlock Code. Only NFC not working, but it's old problem with japanese Xperias (i was able to solve it on Xperia Tablet and only by EU Wifi firmwares, no such for phones and no one tries to extract NFC from there). The problem with japanese firmwares - in Flashtool only Android 6 available, it's not flashing on Oreo phone, showing partition.sin error, so it means also that downgrade impossible. If you want working NFC you need to find japanese Android 8 firmware somewhere (like 41.3.C.1.147 from Au).
Hey, guys... I just wanna ask, what's the meaning of paramaeter at the SIM Lock status.
It say that "[x] Network subset Unlimited"
Does that mean my device it's simlock can be unlock??
Hi, I found this forum as I was looking around for a solution to unlock the bootloader of my Docomo XZ1. Is there anyone that can confirm whether or not its possible to unlock the bootloader in any way?