I go through numbers and carriers like they are disposable. Many because they are. But I do hate using new numbers. For some reason I find great pleasure in destroying electronic devices because all of my pleas for them to work as they should and they never do lol. Enough of my rant. Here is my question.
I want to switch the carrier device which is a Metro A12 Samsung that I have had for awhile. I stopped using the service shortly after I got it because my T-Mobile service was and is much cheaper. I can't unlock the A12 because I didn't use the Metro service long enough.
So I need to unlock my Metro A12 Samsung to use with my T-Mobile SIM with it. I think the easiest way around the problem is to change my IMEI #. Which I have. But have no idea of how to unlock it myself. Any ideas, apps, software, or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
As I stated Metro will not unlock the phone because I only used it for a month and kept it as a backup for my T-Mobile account. Even though T-Mobile owns Metro switching SIMS does not work. I know there are apps and websites out there that state they can change the IMEI number for a charge$. But I am sure if they can really do it, with a little help I can do it myself for free...
Thx for the time
onlotus said:
I go through numbers and carriers like they are disposable. Many because they are. But I do hate using new numbers. For some reason I find great pleasure in destroying electronic devices because all of my pleas for them to work as they should and they never do lol. Enough of my rant. Here is my question.
I want to switch the carrier device which is a Metro A12 Samsung that I have had for awhile. I stopped using the service shortly after I got it because my T-Mobile service was and is much cheaper. I can't unlock the A12 because I didn't use the Metro service long enough.
So I need to unlock my Metro A12 Samsung to use with my T-Mobile SIM with it. I think the easiest way around the problem is to change my IMEI #. Which I have. But have no idea of how to unlock it myself. Any ideas, apps, software, or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
As I stated Metro will not unlock the phone because I only used it for a month and kept it as a backup for my T-Mobile account. Even though T-Mobile owns Metro switching SIMS does not work. I know there are apps and websites out there that state they can change the IMEI number for a charge$. But I am sure if they can really do it, with a little help I can do it myself for free...
Thx for the time
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I can't get my msl using any current suggested method and I can't call sprint besides they suck I need to get my msl and this phone is locked down to the extreme. 4.3 jelly bean sucks because of it someone plz guide Me or make something so I can retieve the msl. I rooted the phone but without a good kernal this phone has alot of secuity shame on samsung I have the galaxy note 3 for sprint help! I need to access the data and edit. Please don't help if your going to mention to call sprint for it that's such a cop out lazyvmethod that sprint wants I'll praise the developer who helps as a god
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I can't get my msl using any current suggested method and I can't call sprint besides they suck I need to get my msl and this phone is locked down to the extreme. 4.3 jelly bean sucks because of it someone plz guide Me or make something so I can retieve the msl. I rooted the phone but without a good kernal this phone has alot of secuity shame on samsung I have the galaxy note 3 for sprint help! I need to access the data and edit. Please don't help if your going to mention to call sprint for it that's such a cop out lazyvmethod that sprint wants I'll praise the developer who helps as a god
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Just call Sprint tech support and tell them you are a developer and need the msl for your device. They will give it to you no questions asked. At this point there is no app that will get you the msl for the Note 3. Unless your device does not actually belong to you there is no reason you can't call Sprint. Takes all of two minutes
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MikeyLee said:
Just call Sprint tech support and tell them you are a developer and need the msl for your device. They will give it to you no questions asked. At this point there is no app that will get you the msl forour device does not actually belong to you there is no reason you can't call Sprint. Takes all of two minutes
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cop out reply yes its my device I bought it for $620 dollars i do appreciate the reply but if everyone says the same answer you given whats the point of d3velopers making alternatives than contacting sprint calling or chatting otherwise there's so development on this subject other than contacting sprint or downgrading versions it seems as if samsung and cell phone companies are at the advantage at this point than a couple years back
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Just call Sprint tech support and tell them you are a developer and need the msl for your device. They will give it to you no questions asked. At this point there is no app that will get you the msl for the Note 3. Unless your device does not actually belong to you there is no reason you can't call Sprint. Takes all of two minutes
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No good deed goes unpunished.
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I answered the cut and paste question you posted in the general sub forum. Posting across multiple sub forums won't give you any better answers
Read the Forum Rules before posting or creating new threads. Keep in mind the device is still new, the security placed on the device is still new to developers, and there are no apps that will do what you're asking at this time. Your best bet is to call your provider, as instructed by other members of the community. Patience is key, given enough time development will do what you're asking. In the meantime, this thread is closed.
Thank you for your cooperation.
I just found out that when you go to settings>General (Tab)> Security, there's an option "Set up SIM Lock". When I tap on it, I get 2 options, 1 saying "Lock SIM Card" and there's a box with a check mark on it. When I tap on this option, it asks me a code.
Now, after seeing this can anyone tell me whether we can remove the SIM lock by some sort of a code (like other GSM Note 3s)?
Can anyone refer to a website from where I can get the unlock codes?
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I just found out that when you go to settings>General (Tab)> Security, there's an option "Set up SIM Lock". When I tap on it, I get 2 options, 1 saying "Lock SIM Card" and there's a box with a check mark on it. When I tap on this option, it asks me a code.
Now, after seeing this can anyone tell me whether we can remove the SIM lock by some sort of a code (like other GSM Note 3s)?
Can anyone refer to a website from where I can get the unlock codes?
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First, a disclaimer, then your answer...
Disclaimer: Searching first is the best policy
People posting questions before searching for them is a big problem here on XDA. So much so, in fact, that it has become rule number one in our Forum Rules. Posting multiple Q&A threads not only makes those of us who answer questions exasperated, it also means floods the forum with multiple threads that essentially hold identical information. If there are 10 posts talking about updating your phone, it's easier to miss the 1 that refers to your specific problem.
Searching is a great tool here on XDA. I know that the mobile search functions aren't the best, but it's still possible to at least Google for it. A simple search for "international" in the Q&A and General Forums comes up with the following threads, all of which have relatively recent information:
[Q] Unlocking Sim for International use (Sprint) (Last reply May 22nd)
International Use Without Sprint unlock? (Last reply May 15th)
International sim unlock wasn't approved (Last reply April 29th)
It's always better to "bump" an existing thread than it is to create a new one, since it means less clutter on the site and it centralizes information (there are rules on bumping, though). A future person with the same question will see a post with 20+ replies and know it's worth reading.
Answer: Call Sprint
Currently, the only solution for unlocking your SIM for international use it to call Sprint and ask very nicely. It seems that Sprint isn't very keen on releasing this phone for international use, but some people have gotten them to do it. See post 11 in this thread.
I hope this adequately answers your question.
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First, a disclaimer, then your answer...
Disclaimer: Searching first is the best policy
People posting questions before searching for them is a big problem here on XDA. So much so, in fact, that it has become rule number one in our Forum Rules. Posting multiple Q&A threads not only makes those of us who answer questions exasperated, it also means floods the forum with multiple threads that essentially hold identical information. If there are 10 posts talking about updating your phone, it's easier to miss the 1 that refers to your specific problem.
Searching is a great tool here on XDA. I know that the mobile search functions aren't the best, but it's still possible to at least Google for it. A simple search for "international" in the Q&A and General Forums comes up with the following threads, all of which have relatively recent information:
[Q] Unlocking Sim for International use (Sprint) (Last reply May 22nd)
International Use Without Sprint unlock? (Last reply May 15th)
International sim unlock wasn't approved (Last reply April 29th)
It's always better to "bump" an existing thread than it is to create a new one, since it means less clutter on the site and it centralizes information (there are rules on bumping, though). A future person with the same question will see a post with 20+ replies and know it's worth reading.
Answer: Call Sprint
Currently, the only solution for unlocking your SIM for international use it to call Sprint and ask very nicely. It seems that Sprint isn't very keen on releasing this phone for international use, but some people have gotten them to do it. See post 11 in this thread.
I hope this adequately answers your question.
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Thank you very much for your detailed reply but I've been following all these threads (and some more) for a long time and I know that only Sprint is unlocking it.
What I was wondering was that if there is an unlock option that requires a code, can any developer create an app that would try different combinations for 4 to 8 digits until the actual code is found and accepted.
I don't know much about development so I don't even know if this is even possible. That's why I asked here.
The lock you are looking at is not a lock/unlock for carriers but rather a security measure for the sim in the same way one can lock or encrypt an sd card.
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OK so I got my Galaxy S9 plus at the mall and my buddy got on my Plan with me.. Now it's about 4 months later and he disappeared off the face of the Earth and I paid it the last 2 months and cannot do that anymore.... Now I have a balance of about $400 that I cannot pay and was hoping there was a way I could unlock this phone so I could switch to a plan like metro or something along those lines.... Is any of you guys know anything that I could do I would greatly appreciate it thank you so much..
This is not the site to ask these type of questions. But I bet if you search google, there are a bunch of 3d party companies that will pop up for you.
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This is not the site to ask these type of questions. But I bet if you search google, there are a bunch of 3d party companies that will pop up for you.
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Sorry I didnt know.... just wanted advice from people who actually knew what they were talking about
Yes you can unlock the device to work on another carrier, however just a pointer. Metro PC won't work since it's part of TMobile and once you owe a balance generally your IMEI is block on their network
I just found that out but 8 can still go somewhere else and that's fine, but how do I do it... how do I unlock it though, do you know?
THREAD CLOSED.
This thread is now closed. I would recommend OP read the rules pertaining to what we can and can't do here in XDA. This is borderline theft of services. Ignorance is no excuse for breaking of rules.
Hi everyone,
I have a rooted note 10 plus with modified IMEI from UAE.
The guy who sold me the phone isn't reachable and I would like to restore it to it's original state.
I successfully managed to put the original firmware on it (with the warning every time I restart) but the IMEI is the same and the mobile network won't work.
It says emergency calls only and I'm unable to manually search for networks.
I don't mind the warning but sim cards don't work.
Anyone know what I can do?
Thanks.
kenaness said:
Hi everyone,
I have a rooted note 10 plus with modified IMEI from UAE.
The guy who sold me the phone isn't reachable and I would like to restore it to it's original state.
I successfully managed to put the original firmware on it (with the warning every time I restart) but the IMEI is the same and the mobile network won't work.
It says emergency calls only and I'm unable to manually search for networks.
I don't mind the warning but sim cards don't work.
Anyone know what I can do?
Thanks.
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I'm really sorry to hear about your problem. However, please be aware that XDA doesn't allow any discussions of or support for edit/change of IMEI's as this is illegal in quite a few countries. In this repect I'll have to monitor this thread.
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Don't post copyrighted materials or do other things which will obviously lead to legal trouble. If you wouldn't do it on your own homepage, you probably shouldn't do it here either. This does not mean that we agree with everything that the software piracy lobby try to impose on us. It simply means that you cannot break any laws here, since we'll end up dealing with the legal hassle caused by you. Please use common sense: respect the forum, its users and those that write great code.
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I bought a used Pixel 6 recently, and after putting my SIM in, I would get the permanent notification that "Phone not allowed for voice". I tried two SIMs, and neither worked. Looked up the IMEI and lo and behold, the phone has been Blacklisted/Blocklisted.
Looking up the IMEI on Google's repair site, I can see that it is Unlocked. So I assume someone reported it as lost or stolen to have it blocked.
Is there any way out of this? From what I understand, IMEI changing on Tensor phones isn't a thing yet, and getting around a Blacklisted phone is not possible.
Any help would be appreciated.
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I bought a used Pixel 6 recently, and after putting my SIM in, I would get the permanent notification that "Phone not allowed for voice". I tried two SIMs, and neither worked. Looked up the IMEI and lo and behold, the phone has been Blacklisted/Blocklisted.
Looking up the IMEI on Google's repair site, I can see that it is Unlocked. So I assume someone reported it as lost or stolen to have it blocked.
Is there any way out of this? From what I understand, IMEI changing on Tensor phones isn't a thing yet, and getting around a Blacklisted phone is not possible.
Any help would be appreciated.
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Hello and good afternoon, @Zentom
I've closed the thread. As you've already said the device was either lost or stolen i.e. even if you bought it you aren't the legitimate owner. We don't offer XDA as a platform to support assistance with not legitimately owned devices. Thanks for your understanding.
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Don't post copyrighted materials or do other things which will obviously lead to legal trouble. If you wouldn't do it on your own homepage, you probably shouldn't do it here either. This does not mean that we agree with everything that the software piracy lobby try to impose on us. It simply means that you cannot break any laws here, since we'll end up dealing with the legal hassle caused by you. Please use common sense: respect the forum, its users and those that write great code.
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