Hi,
Did anyone buy this phone from vodafone ro. They do not have the phone on the test benches and I cannot test if the bootloader is unlockable. I asked and again they won't let me play with the phone before buying it. I played with the xperia x in theirs shop and on this phone the bootloader status says unlockable: no. For me a phone on which I cannot unlock the bootloader is a phone which I can through out of the window... Thanks
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cojocar.andrei said:
Hi,
Did anyone buy this phone from vodafone ro. They do not have the phone on the test benches and I cannot test if the bootloader is unlockable. I asked and again they won't let me play with the phone before buying it. I played with the xperia x in theirs shop and on this phone the bootloader status says unlockable: no. For me a phone on which I cannot unlock the bootloader is a phone which I can through out of the window... Thanks
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If you want to be able to root it and unlock the Bootloader you must buy a sim free network unlocked device(like what you would get from the Sony store) the only network I know of that supply these types of device's is three UK as I use them myself all of there devices have unlockable Bootloaders whether payg or contract. Locked Bootloader root on the xa or all other new Xperias since z3+ will probably never happen, there's currently also no way to back up ta keys on the xa either which is why I'm still currently stock. It's a great device though I'm highly impressed with it
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aidy.lucas said:
If you want to be able to root it and unlock the Bootloader you must buy a sim free network unlocked device(like what you would get from the Sony store) the only network I know of that supply these types of device's is three UK as I use them myself all of there devices have unlockable Bootloaders whether payg or contract. Locked Bootloader root on the xa or all other new Xperias since z3+ will probably never happen, there's currently also no way to back up ta keys on the xa either which is why I'm still currently stock. It's a great device though I'm highly impressed with it
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I bought three years ago a xperia l from vodafone ro and the bootloader was unlockable, but that was 3 years ago. I'll probably buy it from a store somewhere, not from vodafone, if I cannot test it. Thanks
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I have a O2 UK branded (and network locked) Xperia Tipo. According to the service menu the bootloader is NOT unlockable. What are my chances of debranding?
Spoke to O2 and when I get an O2 SIM with £15 credit they will send me the code to unlock the network but that will still leave me with the O2 rubbish on the phone.
Thanks!
It turned out to be easier than I thought:
- Root with unlockroot
- Replace /system/media/bootanimation.zip
- Rename /etc/customization/content/com/sonyericsson/shutdownanim
Thanks to Rachit Rawat and M4ST3R-V for their posts in this topic!
petersu said:
It turned out to be easier than I thought:
- Root with unlockroot
- Replace /system/media/bootanimation.zip
- Rename /etc/customization/content/com/sonyericsson/shutdownanim
Thanks to Rachit Rawat and M4ST3R-V for their posts in this topic!
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Hi, I have also this phone locked to O2, you unlocked it in legal via O2 by paying 15 pounds? Or found other way?
As far as I know, the only way to unlock the Tipo is by getting a code. It's free if you have a contract with O2 otherwise it's £15. Still waiting for my code, though. It can take up to 7 days...
I am thinking of getting code from ebay for 22$, sadly there isn't such thing as debranding engine for Tipo
Hello my father just gave me sony xperia m2 single sim card phone as present but its locked to vodafone Spain network.My question is do you guys know any goos web site that can provide me with unlock code and if i unlock the bootloader will i get the sim unlock as well ?
gogobaba said:
Hello my father just gave me sony xperia m2 single sim card phone as present but its locked to vodafone Spain network.My question is do you guys know any goos web site that can provide me with unlock code and if i unlock the bootloader will i get the sim unlock as well ?
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As far as I know, you can contact mobile operator vendor that phone "belongs to" and they can give you unlock code.
gogobaba said:
Hello my father just gave me sony xperia m2 single sim card phone as present but its locked to vodafone Spain network.My question is do you guys know any goos web site that can provide me with unlock code and if i unlock the bootloader will i get the sim unlock as well ?
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I answered you via MP, check your inbox
Edit. PEOPLE STILL PM ME AFTER 3+ YEARS ABOUT THIS. I can't unlock any device, I just contacted the OP because VodafoneES was offering free Sim Unlocks at the time, just that. If it's a different device/carrier combo, I can't help you, else, feel free to PM me.
I have unlocked the phone thank you
gogobaba said:
I have unlocked the phone thank you
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Hello, I read that you succesfully unlocked it, can you please help me too, with the unlocking? I am in the same problem. And one question more, if I unlock it, can I lock it again in case of a problem, to have no problems with the warranty? Thanks
I have no idea if u can lock it again,but my gues will be no.I unlocked it using a bulgarian service.Google sony xperia m2 sim unlock and you will find plenty of websites
can someone tell me how to unlock my m2,i am on serbian network vip....i didnt find any site that could help me for free...please...
There are no free services.I played 23 euros to unlock my phone
Is there any other way to unlock mu phone?
https://www.google.bg/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=sony%20xperia%20m2%20sim%20unlock
gombocza said:
Hello, I read that you succesfully unlocked it, can you please help me too, with the unlocking? I am in the same problem. And one question more, if I unlock it, can I lock it again in case of a problem, to have no problems with the warranty? Thanks
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I am in the same predicament, Can you help me out as well with my Sony Xperia M2 (D2303). I need to unlock phone ti use other sim cards. Thanks
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Hello my aunt just gave me sony xperia m2 single sim card phone as present but its locked to Vip Serbia network.My question is do you guys know any web site or other tool that can provide me with unlock code and if i unlock the bootloader will i get the sim unlock as well ?
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gogobaba said:
I have unlocked the phone thank you
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How you unlock phone?can you tall me how?
You have to pay,no free unlock...there are many websites if you wanna pay,but free nothing ...najbolje je da odneses u servis,tamo je oko 20e...
hello II woud like also to unlock my D2303. I am constantly traveling and usually i by an prepayed sim card on each country for local calls. Can you help me out please?
Thnks in advance.
Didn't think they could charge you if you ask the network for a pac code to unlock it to all networks. Thought it was just third party websites that charged. Is not expensive on the Web about 3 or 4 quid if you shop about online.
D2303 18.3.1.C.1.15 kk deodexed, rooted, philz touch recovery, xposed, z1 bravia engine 2 + x-reality+ z3 super vivid, viper audio
I have Sony Xperia M2 D2303 .. I am from Pakistan. Its locked on network. I mistakenly put wrong codes in it and now its with 0 value against X.. What is solution now to unlock it. Thanks
hi good evening i just bought an sony xperia m2 smartlock
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hii good day boss i just bought sony xperia m2 smartlock its a carrier from Philippines but since i switch to another carrier i cant use my sony xperia now can u help me?
i just badly need to openline my phone because i use now sun cellular sim
i'm in need of your service too. if you could DM me the info i would forever be greatful
You need a pac code from the network it was on(usually free) or you'll need to buy one off eBay/amazon or pay a mobile phone shop that offers the service to unlock it to any network
Hi I forgot my screen unlock password ca you please assist me with this problem
Hey all!
How can I get Bootloader unlocked "Yes" in the cellphone? Mine says "No"
Best Regards
You can't unlock if it says No. And next time try to search before posting it's been told million times.
Sent from my D2303
Dzepar said:
You can't unlock if it says No. And next time try to search before posting it's been told million times.
Sent from my D2303
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Not to be a pain, but to be honest that's not that explicit, since most posts talk about the bootloader unlocker, yet, almost none mentions that. And it's just not clear enough :\
But thank you very much, now I know
Just being curious, in what conditions a Xperia J comes with the "Yes" on Bootloader Unlocked?
That depends of where you buy it. I bought it a t-mobile on 2 year contract so it was sim locked (it works only with T-mobile) and with bootloader unlocked allow No. if you buy it from mobile shop it should be with bootloader unlocked Yes. So as I anderstand if you sim unlocking should get bootloader unlock Yes, but I haven't found free way to sim unlock it. I hope this helps
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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
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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?
Roberto Reyes Gonzalez said:
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.
Roberto Reyes Gonzalez said:
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
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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.
mnszaidi said:
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...
Hi.
I live in Russia.
My English very bad, excuse for it.
I bought SONY EXPERIA Z3 T-MOBILE USA phone.
Phone was locked.
I can solve a problem?
It is possible to unlock it?
Why on earth you bought USA version?
Terepin said:
Why on earth you bought USA version?
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I was in USA and I bought.
Sorry not possible because it's unlocked via network.
If there is a boot loader unlock in future it may be possible depending on how the simlock is implemented. HTC M8 requires Supercid to do the Sim unlock though..... LG G2 on Sprint required root and a CDMA tool.
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Sorry not possible because it's unlocked via network.
If there is a boot loader unlock in future it may be possible depending on how the simlock is implemented. HTC M8 requires Supercid to do the Sim unlock though..... LG G2 on Sprint required root and a CDMA tool.
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Sony bootloaders have nothing to do with SIM unlock, so a bootloader unlock will not help.
As of now, the bootloader remains unlockable.
danishdish said:
As of now, the bootloader remains unlockable.
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Hmm,
The bootloader of a Z3 can be unlocked via the Sony website.
Its only unofficial unlocks that cannot be done
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Of course the USA variants are all locked down though, but that's T-Mobile or AT&T doing that, not Sony
gregbradley said:
Hmm,
The bootloader of a Z3 can be unlocked via the Sony website.
Its only unofficial unlocks that cannot be done
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Of curse the USA variants are all locked down though, but that's T-Mobile or AT&T doing that, not Sony
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Yes, I've watched the video, but the bootloader for the T-mobile variant, D6616, cannot be unlocked.
egm said:
Hi.
I live in Russia.
My English very bad, excuse for it.
I bought SONY EXPERIA Z3 T-MOBILE USA phone.
Phone was locked.
I can solve a problem?
It is possible to unlock it?
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Just want to say that the US unlocked & unbranded version is the D6603 just like in Europe. You bought one specifically made for a carrier, next time be more careful I guess. I suppose you should sell it back in the US or return it if possible.
The only way I can think of is to mail it back to a usa person. Have them get tmob to unlock it. Mail it back to russia. Not impossible just a pita. Once tmob allows you to put any sim in your set (essentially releasing there grimy fingers from it). Considering how greedy these ****e carriers are, good luck even asking them even if you have a good standing acct.