im trying to unlcok my v300. i'm not really too sure how to go about it and would really appreciate any help i am offered. can anyone supply me with an unlock code and please explain the difference between an unlocked phone and unlocked sim and which is better if there is any difference.
thanks
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Samsung Posts: 3141
Phone Model: Motorola RAZR2 V8
Wed Mar 30, 2005 4:07 am
What you are looking for is a sim subsidy unlock code (so you can use the phone with any GSM service provider). Is the phone T-Mobile branded, because if it is they will give you the sim unlock code as long as you have had 90 days of active service and you are current on your bill. If you want to do it yourself you will need a smart clip (cheapest is about 70$ on ebay) or a data cable and the know how to flash the phone with a firmware version that doesnt have the service providers lock in it. Good luck
germ_n_E Posts: 2
Phone Model: motorola v300
Service Provider: T-Mobile D1
Wed Mar 30, 2005 12:15 pm
i've had the phone for a while now. its a prepaid phone. i dont have a plan. i canstantly have to put euro on it. once i obtain the subsidy code is it only good for the service sim i have in my phone or will it be a....master subsidy code? thanks for your help
Samsung Posts: 3141
Phone Model: Motorola RAZR2 V8
Thu Mar 31, 2005 4:21 am
Once you get the sim subsidy unlock code you take the carriers lock off the phone, You can then put a sim card from any other GSM provider worldwide into the phone and use their service, your not just restricted to using your phone with Tmobile D1. You will still be able to use your existing prepaid sim card in the phone once it is unlcocked. no prob by the way
duceduc Posts: 2124
Phone Model: iPhone1G, 3G Unlocked
Service Provider: Softbank
Thu Apr 14, 2005 8:21 am
xXxSamsungxXx wrote:
Once you get the sim subsidy unlock code you take the carriers lock off the phone, You can then put a sim card from any other GSM provider worldwide into the phone and use their service, your not just restricted to using your phone with Tmobile D1. You will still be able to use your existing prepaid sim card in the phone once it is unlcocked. no prob by the way
Isn't it unsafe to list your imei # to the public??? I was told that in the past. Comments?
elmo01 Posts: 2342
Phone Model: Samsung SPH-M510
Service Provider: Bell Canada
Thu Apr 14, 2005 8:45 am
duceduc wrote:
xXxSamsungxXx wrote:
Once you get the sim subsidy unlock code you take the carriers lock off the phone, You can then put a sim card from any other GSM provider worldwide into the phone and use their service, your not just restricted to using your phone with Tmobile D1. You will still be able to use your existing prepaid sim card in the phone once it is unlcocked. no prob by the way
Isn't it unsafe to list your imei # to the public??? I was told that in the past. Comments?
depends on how paranoid you are..
if I know your IMEI I could get the unlock code for your service ...now what can I do with it if I dont have the device in my hand...
now if your have an older digital phone (TDMA) or a CDMA phone with an ESN more nasty things can be done... no I will not disclosee... don even ask (anybody)
that clear things up for ya duce?
duceduc Posts: 2124
Phone Model: iPhone1G, 3G Unlocked
Service Provider: Softbank
Fri Apr 15, 2005 12:05 am
elmo01:
So what you are saying is that there are no real danger for posting your imei # if you have a newer phone?
Samsung Posts: 3141
Phone Model: Motorola RAZR2 V8
Fri Apr 15, 2005 4:56 am
with my experience the ESN and the IMEI are like almost the exact same only the last digit differs, you have a 1 in 10 chance of getting it if you have the IMEI.
Cellguy Posts: 20
Thu Apr 28, 2005 12:18 pm
When do you need this done by?
colbye32 Posts: 4
Phone Model: Razr V3xx
Service Provider: Cingular (at&t)
Fri May 18, 2007 4:47 pm
HEYYYYY i need the subsidy code for a v300. i broke my razr for cingular, and this is the only phone i can use for now.
