Question T-Mobile sells it $216 or "free" with eligible trade in or add a line - OnePlus Nord N200 5G

Free and Exclusive: OnePlus Nord N200 5G Lands at T‑Mobile and Metro ‑ T‑Mobile Newsroom
OnePlus Nord N200 5G is coming exclusively to T‑Mobile and Metro by T‑Mobile. And customers can get it for free when trading in OR adding a line.
www.t-mobile.com

I'll be watching this to see if it is unlockable and rootable.

I got it at sprint and it sucks

[email protected] said:
I got it at sprint and it sucks
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Huh?
It's not released until Friday

[email protected] said:
I got it at sprint and it sucks
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Isn't it exclusive for TMO and Metro?

I picked one up at Metro. Feel free to ask any questions.

chp said:
I picked one up at Metro. Feel free to ask any questions.
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Have you tried to see if this works? Sim unlock, and/or bootloader unlock token?
OnePlus Nord | N10 | N100 [TMO/MPCS] Network Unlock & Enable OEM Unlocking (April 19th, 2021)
1.) ADB access must be enabled -Tap build number 7 times until Developer Options are enabled 2.) Enable USB Debugging -For PC-less enable Wireless Debugging Optional if PC-less 3.) Go to Play Store or F-Droid and download Shizuku 4.) Tap...
forum.xda-developers.com

bulletbeef said:
Have you tried to see if this works? Sim unlock, and/or bootloader unlock token?
OnePlus Nord | N10 | N100 [TMO/MPCS] Network Unlock & Enable OEM Unlocking (April 19th, 2021)
1.) ADB access must be enabled -Tap build number 7 times until Developer Options are enabled 2.) Enable USB Debugging -For PC-less enable Wireless Debugging Optional if PC-less 3.) Go to Play Store or F-Droid and download Shizuku 4.) Tap...
forum.xda-developers.com
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I think SIM unlock, but mod locked it

A side note: screen is exactly same on both N10 and N200.
All N10 screen protector works with N200
18 or 27 watts USB-PD charger works 100%

bulletbeef said:
Have you tried to see if this works? Sim unlock, and/or bootloader unlock token?
OnePlus Nord | N10 | N100 [TMO/MPCS] Network Unlock & Enable OEM Unlocking (April 19th, 2021)
1.) ADB access must be enabled -Tap build number 7 times until Developer Options are enabled 2.) Enable USB Debugging -For PC-less enable Wireless Debugging Optional if PC-less 3.) Go to Play Store or F-Droid and download Shizuku 4.) Tap...
forum.xda-developers.com
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Just tried, and it does not seem to work (SIM unlock).

Interestingly, my T-Mobile SIM does work while it is SIM locked; even showed the T-Mobile splash screens instead of the Metro ones. This is my first Metro device; I thought when they were locked they only worked with Metro? With my Verizon SIM in, it showed the locked message.

mingkee said:
A side note: screen is exactly same on both N10 and N200.
All N10 screen protector works with N200
18 or 27 watts USB-PD charger works 100%
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Will the N10 cases also work on the N200?

Anyone here have luck redeeming this deal at a Costco? I have heard people over on the SlickDeals forums have, but all of my attempts just lead to them saying it is not in stock. Also is there really any advantage to go through Costco versus just a T-Mobile store?

I'll be picking this up for my son, will be trading in his Moto G7 power... not sure if it's an upgrade or not besides 5G compatible

TheLoonyRebel said:
Will the N10 cases also work on the N200?
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You probably wouldn't want to, since the N10 has a rear mounted fingerprint reader while the N200 has it integrated into the power button.

Just got it today. Coming from a pixel 3a and I am not overly impressed, however considering it was $48 out the door it's a good phone. Seems to run Call of duty ok camera is meh so far (in all fairness indoors with some odd light stuff going on) seems to be grainy in low light. Need to give it a few days to see what it does.

Anyone find a working GCam build/config for it yet or is still too early in its life?

Not yet and I was looking last night. If the phone gets much attention I have a feeling it will be a couple of weeks before we start seeing stuff.

Just got one through the T-Mobile promo today. It's quite slow right now, but I had just installed a system update and a bunch of app updates, so maybe I just need to let the phone rest for a couple of hours to get it up to speed.
For those who are curious, the bootloader doesn't seem to be unlockable, at least not immediately. I'll see if I can get the phone network unlocked later this week and if sim unlocking the phone also allows the bootloader to be unlocked.

I'll have my N200 in my hands Thursday so I'll see if mine is bootloader unlockable without doing the system update.

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FYI: Ascend XT discounted to $40 at many Walmarts and even $19 at some too

Use the following link if you are interested in picking up this really nice device at an incredible price. Its the AT&T GoPhone version. Its now available for $19 at some locations too.
The link below shows the number in stock and price of the device at each store.
http://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker/?sku=54306979
One just down the street shows 4. I may go get one to have a virgin (and a back up)
Thank you very much for the heads up!
b180
Picked up one yesterday but seems like unlock could be a problem. AT&T got intelligent now they are not unlocking phones which has not been used for 6 months of prepaid service!
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Picked up one yesterday but seems like unlock could be a problem. AT&T got intelligent now they are not unlocking phones which has not been used for 6 months of prepaid service!
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Not too worried about that part myself, since I use GoPhone... but I understand that.
Just wish we were the customer and not the merchandise being sold on most of these types of phones...
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Ya i was unable to get carrier level unlocking. I tried on both of my devices and AT&T stated they needed to be active for 6 months. But I use AT&T MVNO service so its a non issue for myself anyway
deuce300 said:
Ya i was unable to get carrier level unlocking. I tried on both of my devices and AT&T stated they needed to be active for 6 months. But I use AT&T MVNO service so its a non issue for myself anyway
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Note for clarity: carrier level unlocking does NOT affect rooting the phone (other than making it a pita to update).
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Just wanted to note here that its been discounted to $19 at some Walmart locations which should trickle down to all of them if they continue to be in stock at a location. Keep checking the link I provided daily. I just got 2 more today at $19 as backup phones
I used DC Unlocker to get NCK code to unlock when putting a Sim in. The instructions were a little confusing for me but all you need is the NCK code.
From slickdeals:
This phone can be unlocked for $5 via dc-unlocker. This is a true unlock as the software actually reads the unlock code from the phone itself (which is pretty impressive).
If anyone wants to try this go https://www.dc-unlocker.com/buy and make a account, deposit 4 euros = 4 credits. Download Hisuit on your pc which will download all the drivers. Plug in your phone, on your phone in the dialer type *#*#2846579#*#* and go into Background settings/USB port settings and switch it to Manufacture Mode.
Back on the computer, Download the DC-Unlocker and open it and set it to "Huawei Phones". Click auto detect and it will show your phone information. Login to your account and click "Read Unlock codes". It will display all the unlock codes for your device instantly(it reads them off your device). The NCK is the network unlock code you are looking for.
**Follow instructions here:
https://www.dc-unlocker.com/huawei-id-unlock
I will read through the threads here for rooting and roms. I would like to get rid of the AT&T bloatware.

ALL S10 and S20 variants CAN be BL unlocked and rooted

Excited to have my Verizon 977U BL unlocked by a Chinese guy who charges 150 RMB for BL unlocking. The whole process begins with your did number in downloading mode. The number should be sent to him one day before he unlocks your BL by remote control of computer. This is claimed and proved to work for all S10, S10 5G, S10+ and Note 10, Note10+, even S20, S20+, S20 Ultra models of Qualcomm CPU. Any one knows how the unlocking trick works?
For anyone who would like to have a try, here is the info you may need:
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Sure, I'll give some unknown unlocated Chinese guy full unfettered remote access to everything stored on my phone! What could possibly go wrong? ?
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Sure, I'll give some unknown unlocated Chinese guy full unfettered remote access to everything stored on my phone! What could possibly go wrong? ?
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Your phone goes into downloading mode before the access. When it's done, remote control is disconnected. Then your phone reboots. I Can't see any risk here.
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Question Pixel 6 Carrier Locked vs Unlocked

I bought a Pixel 6 specifically to run GrapheneOS, and also because I figured it would have top tier ROM and hacking support in general. I didn't realize T-Mobile carrier locked their phones (this is my 2nd smart-phone, and it's been 9 years since I got my 1st one), so I bought a carrier locked Pixel 6. They say they can unlock it after it's been on the network for 40 days and it's paid off. I am trying to figure out if I should return it, and find one that is factory unlocked.
If I wait it out and get it unlocked, will there be any drawbacks compared to a factory unlocked phone?
Is there any risk that the phone somehow won't be able to be unlocked?
Thanks
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I bought a Pixel 6 specifically to run GrapheneOS, and also because I figured it would have top tier ROM and hacking support in general. I didn't realize T-Mobile carrier locked their phones (this is my 2nd smart-phone, and it's been 9 years since I got my 1st one), so I bought a carrier locked Pixel 6. They say they can unlock it after it's been on the network for 40 days and it's paid off. I am trying to figure out if I should return it, and find one that is factory unlocked.
If I wait it out and get it unlocked, will there be any drawbacks compared to a factory unlocked phone?
Is there any risk that the phone somehow won't be able to be unlocked?
Thanks
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I am a TMobile customer with carrier sim unlocked and the bootloader can be unlocked once the sim is unlocked. You can try to chat with a TMobile rep and request to have sim unlocked. Just be courteous, but persistent.
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If I wait it out and get it unlocked, will there be any drawbacks compared to a factory unlocked phone?
Is there any risk that the phone somehow won't be able to be unlocked?
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No drawbacks, they will be the same.
T Mobile could change it's mind between now and then, but I really doubt that. The CEO has been very vocal that they support bootloader unlocking.
I don't really see any difference between the pixel 5 and 6 reception. They both are not great. I was hoping 5he January update would improve it some but it just fixed the complete disaster that was December update.
As far as mmwave it is not worth it. The reception on mmwave is so poor and it would cost so much money to deploy. Right now I think it is really only in sports stadiums and malls places where there's alot of people in a small area and also in areas where there is no Verizon FiOS access. Eventually it will grow but I think it's going to be years before it's good enough. They basically have to have a cell tower on every corner and that will take years. And sub 6 5g is basically LTE++
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I bought a Pixel 6 specifically to run GrapheneOS, and also because I figured it would have top tier ROM and hacking support in general. I didn't realize T-Mobile carrier locked their phones (this is my 2nd smart-phone, and it's been 9 years since I got my 1st one), so I bought a carrier locked Pixel 6. They say they can unlock it after it's been on the network for 40 days and it's paid off. I am trying to figure out if I should return it, and find one that is factory unlocked.
If I wait it out and get it unlocked, will there be any drawbacks compared to a factory unlocked phone?
Is there any risk that the phone somehow won't be able to be unlocked?
Thanks
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I've heard some people have success by telling them that they had to travel outside the country and therefore needed their Sim unlocked.
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I've heard some people have success by telling them that they had to travel outside the country and therefore needed their Sim unlocked.
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They claimed they did the permanent unlock for me on the phone (twice), but it turns out they did a temporary (30 day) unlock. There is a T-Mobile unlock app which launches to a "check eligibility" button, which when pressed brings you to a screen with 2 buttons, "permanent unlock" and "temporary unlock". Before I called, both were grayed out saying "ineligible", but after, I was able to do the temp unlock.
However, this does not allow me to toggle "OEM unlock" in the developer menu, which is really what I need to do.
co_60 said:
They claimed they did the permanent unlock for me on the phone (twice), but it turns out they did a temporary (30 day) unlock. There is a T-Mobile unlock app which launches to a "check eligibility" button, which when pressed brings you to a screen with 2 buttons, "permanent unlock" and "temporary unlock". Before I called, both were grayed out saying "ineligible", but after, I was able to do the temp unlock.
However, this does not allow me to toggle "OEM unlock" in the developer menu, which is really what I need to do.
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Just return the device and be done with it. Get a Google device and never worry that some jackass support person doesn't like your tone of voice and permanently locks it. How much of a hit will you take money wise?
I'm in the same position as OP and it sucks. the whole reason I went back to pixel after a Galaxy s20 was for modding and development :/
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Just return the device and be done with it. Get a Google device and never worry that some jackass support person doesn't like your tone of voice and permanently locks it. How much of a hit will you take money wise?
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Things like this is what scares me. Aren't U.S. carriers legally required to provide a way to unlock their phones? Is a permanent lock something that can happen?
As far as money, I would only be out $40 for a restock fee, but that isn't what deters me, it is the sheer hassle of returning the device, going somewhere else to get one, going back to my carrier to activate it, etc.
If waiting 40 days from purchase to unlock the phone is effectively the same as starting with an unlocked phone, then that is what I would prefer to do.
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Things like this is what scares me. Aren't U.S. carriers legally required to provide a way to unlock their phones? Is a permanent lock something that can happen?
As far as money, I would only be out $40 for a restock fee, but that isn't what deters me, it is the sheer hassle of returning the device, going somewhere else to get one, going back to my carrier to activate it, etc.
If waiting 40 days from purchase to unlock the phone is effectively the same as starting with an unlocked phone, then that is what I would prefer to do.
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A couple of things here stand out. Yes, they are required to carrier unlock not necessarily allow bl unlock. But obviously they have found a loop hole if you say you're carrier locked for 40 days. As for activation, don't you just pop the SIM in and done? It should auto register your new IMEI. eSim is slightly different.
The thing about spending 40 bucks and an hour or so in travel and effort will pay off in spades should you encounter any issues. Even for piece of mind alone. But I have never bought a carrier device since the Pixel 3 and it took me a month for Verizon and Google to finally say this guy is making us crazy let's just give him what he wants. I'm talking an hour a day on the phone when support was live. I will not go down that road ever again. So now it's your call. Others can jump in and I do know there are some success stories. Good luck.

Question Verizon Pay as Go Pixel 6 unlocked

So I'm thinking about getting a Pixel 6. I've had ZTE Axon 7 for years lol.
I love that phone but now it's time to get a new one. I'd love another Chinese cell but ZTE and other companies are 'blacklisted'? I was looking at OnePlus but it seems that you can't get their latest cells in US.
Anyhow, I think I want a pixel 6. I see the regular P6 battery seems to last longer than pro. I'm concerned about overheating issues.
Do I have to buy the 'unlocked' P6 from Verizon for it to work? Or, do those latest updates mean I can use the regular unlocked phone with a Verizon 5G sim? (Seems real stupid Verizon has their own version of unlocked phone. )
Isn't the point of an unlocked phone that it works with any carrier?
I don't know a lot of even understand all that info on mmwave, Bands etc. I just want to know, if I get a regular unlocked will 5G or 4GLTE work, will I get dropped calls?
I read that P6P has that mmwave feature but I don't want to get the pro can't justify spending extra on telephoto lense and higher refresh rate I don't really care about.
I am considering the Samsung s21 as well. Just want to have another option if P6 doesn't work out.
If there is a post with this info please share it with me. I can't seem to do a search for Verizon P6 I'm constantly being told 'someone broke the matrix call Neo for help'... something on those lines.
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Seems real stupid Verizon has their own version of unlocked phone.
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Verizon's P6 uses mmwave while the unlocked P6 uses sub-6 5G. Thus why the phones are different. That and the fact the Verizon unit's bootloader cannot be unlocked.
You would be better served using a carrier other than Verizon if you need 5G now but want an unlocked device. LTE however is quite functional regardless of device and will remain so for some time to come.
i would not the Verizon model just because they lock the bootloader and i will not support that business model.
also LTE is plenty fast for anything i do mobile and will be for years to come.
i expect the pixel community will have security updates in 10 years, so that is what i plan for mostly. andi need a unlocked bootloader for that.
( that right google it would cost you nothing to keep 10 year old devices updated, but no one will but hobbyists )
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
Verizon's P6 uses mmwave while the unlocked P6 uses sub-6 5G. Thus why the phones are different. That and the fact the Verizon unit's bootloader cannot be unlocked.
You would be better served using a carrier other than Verizon if you need 5G now but want an unlocked device. LTE however is quite functional regardless of device and will remain so for some time to come.
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Thanks I'm happy to just stick my SIM in and use a pixel phone I don't need 5G
LTE is fine for me now.
nutzfreelance said:
i would not the Verizon model just because they lock the bootloader and i will not support that business model.
also LTE is plenty fast for anything i do mobile and will be for years to come.
i expect the pixel community will have security updates in 10 years, so that is what i plan for mostly. andi need a unlocked bootloader for that.
( that right google it would cost you nothing to keep 10 year old devices updated, but no one will but hobbyists )
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I need unlocked so I can use phone in USA and UK when travelling.
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I need unlocked so I can use phone in USA and UK when travelling
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double check, im sure the sim is unlocked but not the bootloader on the p6 verizon model. i could be wrong its been a while since i was looking at the best model to get.

Question Unable to OEM Unlock Pixel 6 (Carrier Unlocked)

Build number: TQ1A.221205.011
IMEI: 359379544449346
When attempting to unlock my carrier unlocked pixel in developer options the OEM Unlock setting is grayed out with a caption that says "Connect to the internet or contact your carrier". I purchased the phone unlocked and refurbished from Amazon. I have migrated my cell provider from ATT to Google FI on this same phone so I am confident it's carrier unlocked. I've already attempted a factory reset both from the settings and from the recovery neither attempt has been fruitful. Any ideas?
Lokiuy87 said:
The list of issues Pixel 6 and 6 Pro owners faced is too long, and something similar is playing out with the recently-launched Pixel 6A. Soon after it was released, users reported that the device was unlocked with any fingerprint. Whether or not the fingerprint was registered on the device, they were able to unlock the device easily.
This was a serious issue which was fixed in Android 13 Beta 4.1. Now, the Pixel 6A owners looking to customize their phones are dealing with the OEM unlocking problem. In this article, we’ll see the possible fixes to Pixel 6A cannot unlock bootloader or OEM Unlock grayed out problems.
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Did you mean to link an article? I don't understand what it is you are trying to say.
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Build number: TQ1A.221205.011
IMEI: 359379544449346
When attempting to unlock my carrier unlocked pixel in developer options the OEM Unlock setting is grayed out with a caption that says "Connect to the internet or contact your carrier". I purchased the phone unlocked and refurbished from Amazon. I have migrated my cell provider from ATT to Google FI on this same phone so I am confident it's carrier unlocked. I've already attempted a factory reset both from the settings and from the recovery neither attempt has been fruitful. Any ideas?
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I've now discovered by putting my IMEI number into https://store.google.com/repair that it is a "verizon" phone. I'm not sure how this is possible as I have never used verizon as my cell carrier.
I had my suspicions that you had purchased a Verizon device despite the advertising on Amazon saying otherwise. We had a user a couple of months ago with the same issue and the same end result.
Unfortunately, you have discovered why purchasing a refurbished Pixel device from Amazon is not a good idea. The previous purchaser either purchased a Verizon model (G9S9B) thinking he could unlock it or else put his Verizon sim into the device prior to trying to unlock it.
As to how you could possibly have a Verizon device despite never having used Verizon as a carrier, Verizon units have their own model number in Google's inventory. These units, unlike the unlocked device, have both sub-6 and mmWave 5G capabilities: the unlocked devices lack mmWave 5G. Unfortunately, to avoid getting burned you have to do a bit of research beforehand. Regardless of the circumstances that got you to this point, now your best option is to return the device and seek out the unlocked model (GB7N6).
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
I had my suspicions that you had purchased a Verizon device despite the advertising on Amazon saying otherwise. We had a user a couple of months ago with the same issue and the same end result.
Unfortunately, you have discovered why purchasing a refurbished Pixel device from Amazon is not a good idea. The previous purchaser either purchased a Verizon model (G9S9B) thinking he could unlock it or else put his Verizon sim into the device prior to trying to unlock it.
As to how you could possibly have a Verizon device despite never having used Verizon as a carrier, Verizon units have their own model number in Google's inventory. These units, unlike the unlocked device, have both sub-6 and mmWave 5G capabilities: the unlocked devices lack mmWave 5G. Unfortunately, to avoid getting burned you have to do a bit of research beforehand. Regardless of the circumstances that got you to this point, now your best option is to return the device and seek out the unlocked model (GB7N6).
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I have had it for a while so no ability to return, but it's not a massive deal I don't mind the stock rom. I'll buy a pixel 7 when they are cheaper on the used market. I'm just completely shocked that a carrier unlocked phone does not support oem unlocking.
Locked bootloaders for carrier devices are the norm in the US. Which is why people have to do their homework before risking a purchase from Amazon. Your reaction is a tell that you are not from the US.
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
Locked bootloaders for carrier devices are the norm in the US. Which is why people have to do their homework before risking a purchase from Amazon. Your reaction is a tell that you are not from the US.
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I actually am from the US (I lived abroad most of my life though) I've just always bought unlocked phones from the OEM. I've never bought from a carrier and have never financed a phone. So I was not aware that there was such things as unlocked carrier phones on the used market.

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