Hey guys,
I've just picked up a Xperia Z3 but the phone is locked to vodafone and has a vodafone branded firmware on it.
Is there anyway of unlocking this phone so I can use my o2 sim in it? or do I have to request a unlock code from voda?
Lastly, is it possible to flash a generic firmware on it so it gets rid of all vodafone crap? If so, how and is there any
downsides to doing this?
Let me know, Thanks!
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Hi did you flash the generic image? Did it unlock the SIM lock to use on other networks? If not what did you do to use it on other networks?
Thanks!
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Flashing ftf will not change the sim lock.
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Hi guys,
I really have no where else to regarding this matter, after months of search I only bumped into some people with this same unsolved issue.
My phone is Sim Locked by NTT Docomo and just recently I've found out that source code for my phone is available for download from Fujitsu.
File - T01C_TER018_38.tar.gz
http://www.fmworld.net/product/phone/sp/android/develop/t-01c_oss/download.html
here's a direct link for download
http://www.fmworld.net/product/phone/sp/android/develop/downloads/T01C_TER018_38.tar.gz
Is this file considered the ROM of the phone? can I just flash it into the phone ?
Please help.
Regards
Steven
I cant read chineese just call the place you bought your phone from they should be helpfull
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verbaltech said:
I cant read chineese just call the place you bought your phone from they should be helpfull
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Hi verbaltech,
I wish it is chinese, I could have a chinese reading friend to do all the translation for me. I bought this set from Japan, I actually went to Docomo service center itself for unlock but they somehow told me for this particular model they're noti able to sim unlock.. =/
Hi everybody,
I have already flashed a new ROM (ICS 4.0.4) and I have superuser permissions (root) but,
Is it possible to use my smartphone with some other company SIM card? My mobile phone is an Lt15i (Xperia Arc) and i bought it in Spain (with vodafone) ... now i am in germany and i want to use my new FONIC SIM...
What can I do?
Thanks in advance.
Fernando.
If I install a custom ROM, will i get make it? Which custom ROMs do that? What unlock Bootloader means?
Thank you.
Please help me. I'm a bit lost.
oxayolt1987 said:
If I install a custom ROM, will i get make it? Which custom ROMs do that? What unlock Bootloader means?
Thank you.
Please help me. I'm a bit lost.
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If it's an unlocked GSM phone, it will work with any GSM carrier. I don't know if your phone is carrier locked or not, though. Also, custom roms don't control which carrier you can use.
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You don't need root or ANYTHING to unlock your phone.
1) get SIM that is not the network the phone was originally on
2) buy unlock code from local dealer or trusted ebay seller. You have to give them your IMEI I believe
3) put that SIM in and when prompted, enter unlock code. Phone is now unlocked for any SIM card for eternity
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Hi all, I bought a sony xperia l C2104 the last month in Chile, the phone is locked by the carrier and I used all tries for Sim Lock Code way ( Using IMEI ) so, my question is:
¿Any way to restart the counter?
¿Any way to unlock the phone?
¿Which is the way?
Considering Bootloader unlock allowed is no.
Thanks.
EDIT: The company of the carrier is Entel Chile.
If Bootloadee unlock is not allowed you cant unlock BL, thats all what i know
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If your phone is simlocked due to company lock
1) Unlock Bootloader to unlock simlock
2) Change Motherboard
I recently purchased a T-mobile Xperia Z3 D6616 with the hopes of using it internationally but it seems it can't be unlocked traditionally by entering unlock code. When inserting a non t-mobile sim there is no prompt to enter unlock code. Since i am not a T-mobile customer i can not utilize the "Device Unlock" app that comes pre-installed on the ohone. So my question is... Is there any other method of sim unlocked the T-mobile branded Xperia Z3 D6616?
Try flashing a generic ftf and see if it asks you for a unlock code
Thanks for your response. I actually tried to flash the generic d6603 ftf but to no avail. Just got back a lot of errors in flashtool. Do you know if the have a generic ftf for the d6616?
kjack3410 said:
I recently purchased a T-mobile Xperia Z3 D6616 with the hopes of using it internationally but it seems it can't be unlocked traditionally by entering unlock code. When inserting a non t-mobile sim there is no prompt to enter unlock code. Since i am not a T-mobile customer i can not utilize the "Device Unlock" app that comes pre-installed on the ohone. So my question is... Is there any other method of sim unlocked the T-mobile branded Xperia Z3 D6616?
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As far as I know no, espescially since bootloader in also not unlockable yet, only way is to be on contract with the phone on T-Mobile for at least 45 days. Also you are better off getting other versions of the Z3 as they support a lot more LTE bands.
Thanks for your response. I guess i'll try contacting T-mobile customer service to see if they can offer any advice.
Thanks again.
Are you a T-Mobile customer in the US going on trips or did you just buy it to use it in your home country?
Purchased it for use in the West Indies but looks like I won't be able to use it after all.
Better return it and get the international version. Even in US D6603 is the unlocked version.
The D6616 has only 3 LTE bands and may not be compatible in your area, for LTE service. Only advantage of the D6616 is that it has 32GB vs 16GB for other versions.
Would it be possible to create a flashable generic ftf for the z3 d6616 by editing some of the files of the generic d6603 ftf?
No
Ok, thanks for your response.
helpme please
kjack3410 said:
i recently purchased a t-mobile xperia z3 d6616 with the hopes of using it internationally but it seems it can't be unlocked traditionally by entering unlock code. When inserting a non t-mobile sim there is no prompt to enter unlock code. Since i am not a t-mobile customer i can not utilize the "device unlock" app that comes pre-installed on the ohone. So my question is... Is there any other method of sim unlocked the t-mobile branded xperia z3 d6616?
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hey helpme too please, i have z3 t mobile too and want unlock sim.... Any answer?
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hey helpme too please, i have z3 t mobile too and want unlock sim.... Any answer?
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Unfortunately the only to sim unlock the Xperia Z3 D6616 seems to be through T-mobile.
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hey helpme too please, i have z3 t mobile too and want unlock sim.... Any answer?
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Its an over the network unlock. No TMO no unlock. Only way around will be if you root which we can't as of now.
Only way
The only way I managed to unlock it was using the unlock app and meet the requirements from t-mobile to work (like been a t-mobile customer).
when you guys with the unlocked D6616 go to the service menu does it say Bootloader unlock allowed: yes or does it say Bootloader unlock allowed: no. i used the app to unlock and it says no
com.android.setting.IccLockSettings
kjack3410 said:
I recently purchased a T-mobile Xperia Z3 D6616 with the hopes of using it internationally but it seems it can't be unlocked traditionally by entering unlock code. When inserting a non t-mobile sim there is no prompt to enter unlock code. Since i am not a T-mobile customer i can not utilize the "Device Unlock" app that comes pre-installed on the ohone. So my question is... Is there any other method of sim unlocked the T-mobile branded Xperia Z3 D6616?
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Hi Guys, While Trying to unlock my D6616 I have Found the File com.android.setting.IccLockSettings, Which not Edit able Currently i have Attached the Screenshots to Show what i am seeing and Doing. My Xperia Z3 D6616 is not Rooted and Bootloader is unlocked too. and i have deleted all T-Mobile Applications and using the Shortcut master I found this File. Please Push me thanks if it helps
hi
i have a d6616 tmobile version and bought the unlock code, non able to input the code, and not able to unlock with the stock app, dual recovery installed and rooted already, is there a way to put the simunlockapp.apk in the system and then using titanium backup pro, to make it internal so after rebooting, simunlock code prompting?
or to flash a rom that prompts the code
or is there any metropcs z3 rom that surely can be flashed even with locked bootloader to tmobile version?
any help
than you very much indeed
On some phones like the Sprint LG G2 there was a work around using root and the HTC M8 using root+SuperCID, but is most cases root won't help with the SIM Lock.
Only thing you can do is, give it to a TMO user for 40 days and then T-Mobile will unlock it, over the air after you call them.
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Hi Guys, While Trying to unlock my D6616 I have Found the File com.android.setting.IccLockSettings, Which not Edit able Currently i have Attached the Screenshots to Show what i am seeing and Doing. My Xperia Z3 D6616 is not Rooted and Bootloader is unlocked too. and i have deleted all T-Mobile Applications and using the Shortcut master I found this File. Please Push me thanks if it helps
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Did you unlocked your phone?? I have the same situation...
Hello everyone, I have this Samsung Galaxy S8+ Phone. Mobile carrier is Docomo from Japan and it's sim locked is there anyway to unlock this? Model is SC-03J how can i use this for another mobile carrier?
Thanks!
janacee101 said:
Hello everyone, I have this Samsung Galaxy S8+ Phone. Mobile carrier is Docomo from Japan and it's sim locked is there anyway to unlock this? Model is SC-03J how can i use this for another mobile carrier?
Thanks!
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Request Docomo to unlock it.
cam30era said:
Request Docomo to unlock it.
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Unfortunately I can't. I think the true owner of the phone is required for unlocking it. I need different ways to unlock it. Can I just install another samsung s8+ firmware to this phone?
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Request Docomo to unlock it.
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Can i just flash a rom that is SM-950FD to this phone? This rom has a dual sim feature but the SC-03J only has one sim. Will this work? i mean its okay even if its just one sim i just want it to work on my country.
Here are the difference in hardware:
http://www.phonemore.com/compare/ph...samsung-galaxy-s8-plus-duos-sm-g955fd/5302394
Thanks!
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Can i just flash a rom that is SM-950FD to this phone? This rom has a dual sim feature but the SC-03J only has one sim. Will this work? i mean its okay even if its just one sim i just want it to work on my country.
Here are the difference in hardware:
http://www.phonemore.com/compare/ph...samsung-galaxy-s8-plus-duos-sm-g955fd/5302394
Thanks!
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No. There's no firmware or ROM that will SIM unlock it.
You'll need to have the original owner unlock the phone for you OR purchase the phone already unlocked - no software can unlock it for you.
Docomo and Softbank are extremely strict when it comes to unlocking a phone, you need to have an account with them for a few months, pay off the phone, and you'll be able to unlock the phone. If you don't then having it unlocked *remotely* is out of the question unless you sent it to someone who can unlock it for you.
Sorry to revive the thread after so long.
I have similar situation. I have a NTT Docomo s8+. I have unlocked it as well, it now works with my ATT sim in USA.
problem is the annoying Docomo apps in Japanese.
I am not able to rid of it completely.
Can I flash a US-Unlocked stock ROM or any custom ROM ?
pls let me know how.
Pls note my phone is Snapdragon based, (unfortunately most ROMs are for Exynos version).