Hi guys,
I bought an unlocked verizon samsung galaxy note 5. I couldn't use T-mobile mobile data on the phone till I asked help from specialist. They helped me to create a new T-mobile APN. Though, I couldn't be on LTE. Anyone knows why and can explain to me more ?
What if I travel outside the states, how do I use another carriers mobile network on my phone ? Do I have to create their APN too ?
Thanks
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I currently own a Samsung Galaxy S1 from Bell and I consider buying a refurbished Nexus S from Kooko as per the offering in the link below.
http://mobilesyrup.com/2012/01/19/refurbished-nexus-s-hitting-koodo-mobile-tomorrow-for-200/
Now, I searched the forum but I'm still not convinced all Nexus S phones are carrier unlocked and since I want to use it with my Bell SIM card, it has to be... or else I need to know how to unlock it.
So, can anyone confirm that canadian Nexus S are carrier unlock ?
Thanks in advanced
All GSM Nexus S phones are unlocked. It is likely that you just need to change the APN settings from Koodo to Bell.
That's what I wanted to hear!
Hello all,
I purchased a Samsung galaxy s2 GT-i9100m off someone on craigstlist a few years back (original owner /w box clean imei).
I am currently on Virgin Mobile which is bell mobility network - Apparently when I purchased it he already unlocked/rooted the phone but I believe I removed that by installing the official jellybean on my phone (it still works with my virgin sim).
Now I am planning to purchase a new smartphone and give my mom this one.. She is on the rogers network.
I have no idea if this phone is virgin or bell locked (does it actually matter between the two while selecting it on a unlock code site?)
If it does matter how do I find out the orginal locked carrier? The phone has no logos besides the type GT-i9100m.
Oh and what is the cheapest unlock site?
Thank you.
Meowthx said:
Hello all,
I purchased a Samsung galaxy s2 GT-i9100m off someone on craigstlist a few years back (original owner /w box clean imei).
I am currently on Virgin Mobile which is bell mobility network - Apparently when I purchased it he already unlocked/rooted the phone but I believe I removed that by installing the official jellybean on my phone (it still works with my virgin sim).
Now I am planning to purchase a new smartphone and give my mom this one.. She is on the rogers network.
I have no idea if this phone is virgin or bell locked (does it actually matter between the two while selecting it on a unlock code site?)
If it does matter how do I find out the orginal locked carrier? The phone has no logos besides the type GT-i9100m.
Oh and what is the cheapest unlock site?
Thank you.
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It depends on the unlocking method, some just unlock using a standard code whilst others contact the network it is locked to for a specific code. I would advise checking just to be sure so the unlock works. However after research that phone is seen most common on Virgin so I would select them and if that option isn't available go Bell (After all most services offer a refund/retry, all that I've used anyway)
Unfortunatley, I do not know a cheap and reliable service but some say you can do it yourself but I'm sure after some search on Google/eBay you can get a good, RELIABLE service (Reliability is more important than cost)
Hope I could help and good luck with your unlock
Meowthx said:
Hello all,
I purchased a Samsung galaxy s2 GT-i9100m off someone on craigstlist a few years back (original owner /w box clean imei).
I am currently on Virgin Mobile which is bell mobility network - Apparently when I purchased it he already unlocked/rooted the phone but I believe I removed that by installing the official jellybean on my phone (it still works with my virgin sim).
Now I am planning to purchase a new smartphone and give my mom this one.. She is on the rogers network.
I have no idea if this phone is virgin or bell locked (does it actually matter between the two while selecting it on a unlock code site?)
If it does matter how do I find out the orginal locked carrier? The phone has no logos besides the type GT-i9100m.
Oh and what is the cheapest unlock site?
Thank you.
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sorry, i cant help you with your question.
i just wanted to point out to be very cautious when choosing an unlock site. i see posts frequently of users getting ripped off. when choosing a site, i would do some google searches on them, to see if it results in any scam reports.
i have never used one of these sites, so i dont know ant to suggest.
Ok, this is a question I have concerning my "unlocked" & rooted Galaxy S3 phone. I bought it used & it was already unlocked & rooted & running CM10. (now 10.2.1) and has no carrier name imprinted on it. I have been using it on Straight Talk using T-Mobile Sim. I want to switch to Verizon & use their bring your on device program so I can get better service.
I entered the IMEI # on the website & it says the phone is not compatible with their network. I called the local Verizon store & the sales person said that the phone is not unlocked & will not work as their network is CDMA not GSM like T-Mobile & others. I thought CDMA was analog & all smartphone were digital & run on the GSM network. Guess I was wrong. He said that I would have to get the company to unlock it. I told him I bought it used & there is no logo on the phone so I don't know who to contact.
So, how can an unlocked phone not be unlocked? Is there a way to search the IMEI to find what carrier the phone was orginally made for? Or is there a way to really unlocked it so it can be used on Verizon CDMA networks?
I was going to buy a used S4 from a friend, but her's is locked to CSpire & they may not unlock it. She hasn't checked yet. Also didn't they pass a law where all carriers have to unlock phones if customer request it?
If I can't unlock this phone or get the S4 unlocked then I guess I will have to buy a used "Verizon branded unlocked" phone or sign up for a 2 yr. contract & move up to the S5 or an LG G3. I really don't want a contract. Any other options.
I live in South Mississippi if this helps.
If I left out any info. you need to help me with this please ask.
Thanks in advance.
Hello and thanks in advance, my question is- I'm going to change to AT&T service from T Mobile service and I want to make sure that all my t-mobile branded phones would work properly on AT&T service.
My phones:
(all network unlocked and t-mobile branded)
LG 90
Iphone 5c
Samsung Note 4
-Would my phones celluar and data networks work on the att network?
-Would my tmobile phones get new updated firmware and software when it's released if used on ATT?
-Would MMS and imessage work?
-Would visual voicemail work?
-Should I just buy ATT branded phones? I don't really want to as I have expensive phones already and would be super expensive to get all new ones.
-Is there anything else I should know before transferring service?
Any suggestions or info is appreciated.
bigrk said:
Hello and thanks in advance, my question is- I'm going to change to AT&T service from T Mobile service and I want to make sure that all my t-mobile branded phones would work properly on AT&T service.
My phones:
(all network unlocked and t-mobile branded)
LG 90
Iphone 5c
Samsung Note 4
-Would my phones celluar and data networks work on the att network?
-Would my tmobile phones get new updated firmware and software when it's released if used on ATT?
-Would MMS and imessage work?
-Would visual voicemail work?
-Should I just buy ATT branded phones? I don't really want to as I have expensive phones already and would be super expensive to get all new ones.
-Is there anything else I should know before transferring service?
Any suggestions or info is appreciated.
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Hi, thanks for using XDA Assist!
Your best bet would be to call AT&T or go to a store and speak with a representative.
Good luck!
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Anyone know how I can get this phone to work on boost network purchased it online from third party called sprint they don't care to help it's not blacklisted they just don't want to help since I wasn't original owner boost can't activate since it wasn't on sprint Carrier for a full year can I flash it? Need help