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First of all, you have to obtain unlocked code. You can obtain from T-Mobile if you passed 3 months after you requested last unlocked code, and the phone passed 14 days (30 days in CA) trial. It is recommended to request it through online chat to ensure it's 100% correct (you can obtain your IMEI by key in *#06# from dial. Make sure you triple-check it).
After you obtained your unlocked code, go to dialer (you don't have to have foreign SIM but it is recommended to test) and input
2945#*999#
(this method works with ANY LG GSM Android phone because #*xxx# is actually your phone model. For example, Optimus T is P509 then #*509# and G2x is P999 so #*999#)
Enter unlock code correctly. Once you verified everything is correct, you can press the button below, and the phone will reboot, then the phone is unlocked.
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Notice: you must with stock ROM in order to make it work. If you flashed it with custom ROM, use your Clockworkmod to backup your current ROM and install stock ROM (2.2 in order to root it).
After you successfully unlocked it, you can go to CWM and restore it back.
mingkee said:
(mod, please put it sticky for reference)
First of all, you have to obtain unlocked code. You can obtain from T-Mobile if you passed 3 months after you requested last unlocked code, and the phone passed 14 days (30 days in CA) trial. It is recommended to request it through online chat to ensure it's 100% correct (you can obtain your IMEI by key in *#06# from dial. Make sure you triple-check it).
After you obtained your unlocked code, go to dialer (you don't have to have foreign SIM but it is recommended to test) and input
2945#*999#
(this method works with ANY LG GSM Android phone because #*xxx# is actually your phone model. For example, Optimus T is P509 then #*509# and G2x is P999 so #*999#)
Enter unlock code correctly. Once you verified everything is correct, you can press the button below, and the phone will reboot, then the phone is unlocked.
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when i got my unlock code from tmobile i do it like i do any other phone.
power off
insert sim
power on
screen pops up insert code
put in code
unlocked
did tmobile ask you to fax them a receipt of your purchase of phone since u requested a unlock code or are you under contract.
charlieb620 said:
did tmobile ask you to fax them a receipt of your purchase of phone since u requested a unlock code or are you under contract.
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Nope.
All I have to do is to provide IMEI.
mingkee said:
Nope.
All I have to do is to provide IMEI.
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i did that and than inside my email they ask for verification of purchase.
charlieb620 said:
i did that and than inside my email they ask for verification of purchase.
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Did you purchase from corp store or from my t-mobile?
I wasn't asked for proof of purchase.
purchased from a tmobile store outright.
charlieb620 said:
purchased from a tmobile store outright.
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This is strange because I was not asked for receipt for the phones purchased from corp store or my t-mobile. It may be possible you didn't purchase under your phone number.
If you are in good standing, thet wouldn't ask you for anything. I bought my g2x off CL, and I got my unlock code through email with no problem whatsoever, got my code 8 hours after i've requested it.
sweet added to the sticky (rollup and forum).
Thanks,
Here is the instruction from T-Mobile. I asked for the unlock code through their web chatting and they send me the unlock code 8 hours later.
T-Mobile Sim Unlock Request
Sim Unlock Reference: xxxxxx
IMEI: XXXXXXXXXXXX
Unlock Code: XXXXXXXX
Thank you for taking the time to contact T-Mobile. Below you will see the Instructions for unlocking your Samsung device. Please be advised a non T-Mobile SIM card MUST be used to unlock this device.
- Insert a NON T-Mobile SIM & turn Device on
- The Device will automatically prompt you to enter code into an empty field.
- Tap in the empty field above the "Unlock & Dismiss" options (this will display a key pad on the screen).
- Using the key pad input the Unlock Code provided by T-Mobile.
- Press the Back button to remove the keyboard from screen.
- Tap the "Unlock" option; handset should display "Network Unlock Successful".
Thank You,
Sim Unlock Department
T-Mobile USA, Inc.
rukawa2k said:
Here is the instruction from T-Mobile. I asked for the unlock code through their web chatting and they send me the unlock code 8 hours later.
T-Mobile Sim Unlock Request
Sim Unlock Reference: xxxxxx
IMEI: XXXXXXXXXXXX
Unlock Code: XXXXXXXX
Thank you for taking the time to contact T-Mobile. Below you will see the Instructions for unlocking your Samsung device. Please be advised a non T-Mobile SIM card MUST be used to unlock this device.
- Insert a NON T-Mobile SIM & turn Device on
- The Device will automatically prompt you to enter code into an empty field.
- Tap in the empty field above the "Unlock & Dismiss" options (this will display a key pad on the screen).
- Using the key pad input the Unlock Code provided by T-Mobile.
- Press the Back button to remove the keyboard from screen.
- Tap the "Unlock" option; handset should display "Network Unlock Successful".
Thank You,
Sim Unlock Department
T-Mobile USA, Inc.
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It didn't work on my Optimus T. I exactly followed the instruction but there's NO prompt when I put in old Wataniya (from Kuwait) SIM, so I did a search and found the working instruction.
It was used for Optimus P540, but I found it also works with Optimus T (change to 509) and G2x (change to 999) and I got an unlock prompt even with T-Mobile SIM.
Got my unlocked code from tmobile within 12hrs for my G2x that I purchased from ebay. All the lady ask for was the IMEI number.
do u noe the unlock code for phonetestmode or hiddenmenu?
Just wanted to say the OP was correct. I used the 2945#*999# to unlock my G2X and it worked perfectly. Only thing I should have known is that it won't work if you are on Wifi Calling. It needs a GSM signal to request the unlock.
P.S. I got the unlock code from unlockthatphone.com for $15. Took 12 hours to get it.
Wanted to say thanks for this thread. I chatted with a T-Mobile representative yesterday via the website and the request got sent in around 12:30 Eastern. Twenty-three hours later I had the code waiting in my inbox.
I decided to try an old, deactivated AT&T SIM I had in an old phone and it worked just fine to enter the unlock code. I would have used the Dialer method mentioned in the OP if that didn't work though, as I was able to get the unlock text box by entering the Dialer code as a test yesterday.
Thanks for the information, everyone!
I found this guide to be very helpful. I thank you as I am still waiting for my phone to arrive.
So unlocking does what? You can use it on ATT with what internet speeds? You can also use it in other countries to right? Whats the data speeds though?
ashton4life said:
So unlocking does what? You can use it on ATT with what internet speeds? You can also use it in other countries to right? Whats the data speeds though?
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You can use SIM from other carrier.
mingkee said:
(mod, please put it sticky for reference)
First of all, you have to obtain unlocked code. You can obtain from T-Mobile if you passed 3 months after you requested last unlocked code, and the phone passed 14 days (30 days in CA) trial. It is recommended to request it through online chat to ensure it's 100% correct (you can obtain your IMEI by key in *#06# from dial. Make sure you triple-check it).
After you obtained your unlocked code, go to dialer (you don't have to have foreign SIM but it is recommended to test) and input
2945#*999#
(this method works with ANY LG GSM Android phone because #*xxx# is actually your phone model. For example, Optimus T is P509 then #*509# and G2x is P999 so #*999#)
Enter unlock code correctly. Once you verified everything is correct, you can press the button below, and the phone will reboot, then the phone is unlocked.
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I got my unlock code from t-mobile. I put in an ATT SIM & nothing appeared - so I tried this method. What happens to me is my phone says "USSD code running..." and then it just sits there - never pops up anything for me to enter the unlock code.
I'm running CM7, so I'm wondering if I actually have to flash my phone back to stock just to unlock the damn thing - sure hope not..hahaha
Any suggestions anyone?
Thanks!
I got some unlock code, but I can not seem to be able to enter them into the phone?!?
1) I have rebooted the phone many times with another SIM and without the SIM; the phone never asks me to enter a pass code.
2) I have tried the following sequences:
a) #0111*11111111#
b) #7465625*638*11111111#
c) *#7465625*638*11111111#
e) *#7465625*638*22222222#
f) *#7465625*638*33333333#
g) *#7465625*638*44444444#
I used freeunlocks.com and they gave me codes in this format:
NETWORK=11111111 PROVIDER=22222222 SUBPROVIDER=33333333 DEFREEZE=44444444
None of them work? any suggestions? Am, not entering them correctly?
Thanks
I found out how to: "Enter network lock control key"
By entering: #7465625*638*# you will get the "Enter network lock control key" Input field.
Then I entered the code from freeunlocks.com; and it tells me "unlock successful".
Does anyone know of a way to verify that the phone is unlocked with actually using a new SIM?
Thanks
It does work, I'm currently using it in South America. Only problem I'm having right now is usb tethering and mobile hotspot.... I think it may be due to T-Mobile firmware.
Hi everyone
I got LG G3 phone when i put sim card it saying (searching for service) doesn't pick the network signal
if it was lock it was supposed to ask for network unlock but it doesn't ask for unlock code
i also restored it with hard reset setting but nothing came useful .
anyone has any idea how to fix this issue then kindly help me with .
any help will be appreciated .
tulipkhan said:
Hi everyone
I got LG G3 phone when i put sim card it saying (searching for service) doesn't pick the network signal
if it was lock it was supposed to ask for network unlock but it doesn't ask for unlock code
i also restored it with hard reset setting but nothing came useful .
anyone has any idea how to fix this issue then kindly help me with .
any help will be appreciated .
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It is because you have AT&T provider ROM. These bastards remove and disable many stuff. You just dont have your new mobile operator settings on phone. But unlock without these you can this way:
- Please insert an accepted simcard
-Enter the following sequence on dialpad: 2945#*850# or 2945#*855#. <- 850 or 855 is your phone model number
-A hidden menu should appear
- In the network part please input the NCK code provided by our website.
-The phone is unlocked
Now go to Settings -> (More ...) -> Mobile networks -> Access point names
On right top corner click to three dots and click New APN
Insert needed settings for your operator and again click to right top corner to three dots -> Save
Reboot and you online
This phone is from Verizon usa
Boss when I put the code you said to prompt me for unlock code tried alot but doesn't ask when I insert Verizon sim saying your phone is activating wait and after some time getting message we r sorry we r unable to activate your phone I brought it from usa lately I'm in uk
This phone is locked and can not be unlocked.. I bought a phone on ebay plugged my Sim card in booted up and was prompted for an unlock code. I then called my service provider and he said he could not help with that but if I entered the wrong code in 10 times the phone would then ask for a puk Code. Well we completed this but it never asked for the PUK code. Instead, it gives me the message "This phone is locked and can not be unlocked"..
I have called the original service provider and the maker of the phone. reputedly. I still have a locked network and only emergency calls only. I found a website that gave me instructions to get to the screen where you can unlock the network by pressing2945#*850# in the dialer which gives you 5 options;
Network unlock - where I get the same message again
Service provider unlock - your phone is not personalized
Network SubSet- your phone is not personalized
Corporate- your phone is not personalized
SIM/USIM-your phone is not personalized
I really need help LG G# 850
Ps. when I called the original service provider and gave them the IMEI number she said the phone is clean and not blacklisted or any thing. Just FYI
I have one galaxy s8 which was claimed to be unlocked b4 buying it,put in my sim and it's writing "invalid sim card,sim card not supported"if i go to settings and search for available networks,it will bring different networks but wont allow me to register on it.if i try to call...it will say "not registered on network"
I made an enquiry and they said if it is locked,it should prompt for an unlock code immediately i put my sim inside.even if i wana unlock again,d phone is not asking for any unlock code neither is it asking for unfreeze code.i also tried secret codes with it and it is not working #7465625*638#.it is a branded at&t phone
You may need to configure the APN for the new carrier manually. Go to settings, connections, mobile network, then APN (Access Point Names), select add and type in new APN settings.
However if that doesn't work, It may be hard locked. Meaning that an invalid sim unlock code was entered too many times. In my past experiences if it doesn't prompt you for the code when you enter a new sim card it is either hard locked or already unlocked and needs the APN settings configured. However after inserting a new sim card the phone would normally configure the APN automatically and only on occasion would I need to modify it to get data/text working properly.
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invalid sim card,sim card not supported means it is locked device, i would like to help you to unlock it if you're interested
I'm facing this same issue. When I got the phone I installed an unbranded firmware (XAA/XAA/ATT) and I've since upgrade to Oreo. I can't seem to restore an ATT firmware so I can be prompted to enter the unlock code. Any suggestions?
make sure you using non at&t sim and it must be an active sim card. submit an unlock request to at&t on their website or use an unlock service like attunlocker.us to get your code.
andykit said:
make sure you using non at&t sim and it must be an active sim card. submit an unlock request to at&t on their website or use an unlock service like attunlocker.us to get your code.
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The issue is there's no prompt to enter the unlock code.
is the SIM card active that you are using? what SIM is it?
markgm said:
The issue is there's no prompt to enter the unlock code.
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andykit said:
is the SIM card active that you are using? what SIM is it?
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Yes, it's a T-mobile SIM.
Sorry to necro, but does no one have a solution for this? I've seen plenty of threads such as this but very few solutions.
Necro double-post, I'm really asking for it...
First, you have to get an unlock code from the carrier. I had AT&T and it told me my phone was active under an account (previous owner). When you call AT&T and ask for an ulock they loop you to the website and you can't progress there, so you just have to ask for "customer service" twice and then get to the second level support. They can get you an 8 digit code for unlock. But I still never got prompted for the code and neither AT&T (5 calls), Cricket (3 calls), or xFinity (3 calls) could tell me how to get to the unlock screen. The following did it.
My solution was to use the following method, as found on https://www.tenorshare.com/samsung/samsung-unlock-code.html:
Step 1: Open the phone and type #7465625*638*# in the dialer.
Step 2: Then, it will ask for the Samsung Reset Code, it is an 8-digit code.
Step 3: Provide it and you will be done.