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Got my Wing, need help. (Unlocking Probelms Too...IMEI Question) *BOTTOM POST*

The guy who I got it from had Unlocked in the title. But when I put my Rogers SIM card in it says Network is locked. Please input unlock code.
Any cheap fast ways of getting rid of this? Thanks!
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OK. So I tryed an unlocker from ebay twice (I didnt notice that the default email for my paypal account was an old invalid email of mine, but they should get a failure to deliver notice and refund my money, or so I hope) and I got a message back that read:
Hello - This is an automated message from NewMobileFreedom.com to let you know your unlock code is now available on our online tracking system.
Model: Wing
Code: NOT FOUND
Provider: T-Mobile
They say if they cant unlock it they will refund my money back. Does this mean no one can unlock me phone???
What should I do? Has anyone got a better way of getting this phone unlocked??? Thanks!
EDIT: I don't know if it matters, but the IMEI on the box is a bit different than the one from the phone (*#06#) the box has 15 digits and the phone show two extra digits - so 17 in total. Should I have given the 17 digit on???

Zeroeo said:
The guy who I got it from had Unlocked in the title. But when I put my Rogers SIM card in it says Network is locked. Please input unlock code.
Any cheap fast ways of getting rid of this? Thanks!
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i believe tmo unlocks phone for free just call them up and tell them that ur going out of the country n u need to unlock your phone so u can use it and from what i heard they should do it for you.....but dont hold me to it i havent personally tried it but good luck neway

james105 said:
i believe tmo unlocks phone for free just call them up and tell them that ur going out of the country n u need to unlock your phone so u can use it and from what i heard they should do it for you.....but dont hold me to it i havent personally tried it but good luck neway
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i don't know if that will work because he doesn't have t-mobile ( and they aren't available in canada ) that's why he's trying to unlock the phone so he can use Roger's Wireless.

I'm using their web chat right now trying to get it from them... this could take a while. Where's Mitnick when you need him?
*Update* I got shutdown.

you could always purchase the unlock...
or is that out of the question.

No, I just did that. I'll get the code in the next day or two...

OK. So I tryed an unlocker from ebay twice (I didnt notice that the default email for my paypal account was an old invalid email of mine, but they should get a failure to deliver notice and refund my money, or so I hope) and I got a message back that read:
Hello - This is an automated message from NewMobileFreedom.com to let you know your unlock code is now available on our online tracking system.
Model: Wing
Code: NOT FOUND
Provider: T-Mobile
They say if they cant unlock it they will refund my money back. Does this mean no one can unlock me phone???
What should I do? Has anyone got a better way of getting this phone unlocked??? Thanks!
EDIT: I don't know if it matters, but the IMEI on the box is a bit different than the one from the phone (*#06#) the box has 15 digits and the phone show two extra digits - so 17 in total. Should I have given the 17 digit on???

Unlocking Cingular 8525

Please help for I'm at a loss. I'm new, but I've tried to read all the posts about unlocking the Herm100. I've finally got the nerve to execute Auto_unlock_v3.bat. I did end up with the tri-color bootloader that showedHERM100, IPL-1.01 and SPL-1.40.01 Olipro. But the the rest of the procudure did not complete. At that point I was able (with active sync disabled ) to connect with the computer via USB and the "serial" indication on the tri-color changed to "USB". Because of lack of success, I shifted to "Manual Instructions". Upon executing SSPL-Herm.exe on the device I got the tri-color screen as anticipated but the Info read IPL-SSPL by Des and SPL-1.09. ds. When I connected the USB to the computer, the computer stated that I had an unknown device and that the USB was not recognized. The "serial" in the white tr-color stayed "serial" and I could proceed no further. Later, when I restarted my bootloader again, I got IPL-1.01 and SPL-1.40.Olipro. Should I maybe not run the SSPL-Herm.exe and proceed to run RUU_HERM_unlock_v3a.exe via the bootloader that allowed me the USB connnection? Please help . this is my first post.

Me too
After successfully updating my 8125 last week I thought updating my 8525 would be no problem...
I ended up with the same scenario as the above post.

I'll be honest with you. I had this little dilemma not too long ago and discovered that unless you want to pay close to $50.00 to get it unlocked from one of those unlocker sites, you MUST request from AT&T to process your subsidy unlock code. Almost all wireless carriers that sell phones with their branded name on the device or on the splash screen are locked to that specific carrier, for marketing or whatever the company desires. You must obtain your IMEI number, (just enter *#06# on your keypad) call AT&T customer service, request a subsidy unlock code, (just tell them you plan on using the device overseas and are not interested in their overseas calling plan they will then try to sell you) and wait about 1-2 weeks for an email reply. Trust me when I say this, AT&T has NO IDEA what the code is or what the status is once they have submitted the request. It is transferred to their "Tier III" tech support division, which is why it takes so long to respond. Just wait it out, and your patience will pay off when you receive the email. I'm sure you know that once you get the unlock code, all you must do then is insert a SIM from any carrier other than AT&T, reboot, and your hermes will prompt you to enter subsidy unlock code. It is usually either an 8 or 9 digit code. Be careful when entering, as too many wrong attempts will "Brick" your device. It is then you will be able to use T-mobile's service. I also had my number ported to T-mobile's network...All you have to do for that is ask T-mobile(Don't tell AT&T) to port your number for you and ther's not a damn thing AT&T can do about it. Now. As far as ROM flashing is concerned, I had to learn by thumbing through the wiki, anf forums and making many posts like yourself. First, as described by ultramag, you MUST install HardSPLv7 on your phone. once that's done and you have verified via your bootloader screen (pwr+ok+reset sw) It should say something along the lines of HERM100 IPL-1.04/HERM100 SPL-2.10.Olipro-----> Then you can start looking at flashing ROMs. Don't worry about flashing Radio ROM, that's not necessary. Any questions, send me a msg.... Good luck flashing!!!

For beginners it's always best to start at the beginning. Go HERE to a page that I created for new members that has links to EVERYTHING you may need to know about fixing your phone, flashing ROMS and Radios, etc.
Best wishes,

Unlock 8525
stevebonning, thanks for your help . I'm also grateful to fredline12002 for answering my plea. I'll get right on to reading the links and studying more. Here's a little background on what prompted me to post on the forum:
Bought the 8525 as a refurbished phone on E-bay.
Contacted AT&T to get the unlock code. I used the 15 digit IMIE# printed inside the phone, behind the battery.
AT&T affiliates sent me an 8 digit unlock code and stated in the email:
"You only have five (5) tries to unlock the phone:
Do not attempt to enter the code more than five (5) times total.
If this process is unsuccessful five times in a row, the phone will be permanently locked to the AT&T network."
I have already tried 4 times without success. I have one try left. Each time the 8 digit number was input, the phone seemed to not accept the number unless it was one digit more. I had to input another digit in order to proceed forward.
Suspecting a wrong IMIE#, I used *#06# to confirm. This IMIE was now a 17 digit number. It was the same as the original but had additional digits of "01" at the end.
I called At&T and advised them of the IMIE with the additon of digits "01" and asked them about possibility of a wrong unlock code. They said the additional digits did not make a diiference. They referred me to HTC Support.
Help from HTC support was fruitless.
I then bought services of a remote unlocking service from CA. The Procedure aborted and unlocking was unsuccessful. Money was lost.
I then started reading Xda-Developers Wiki and threads and attempted unlocking on my own. Thus my original post.
Since my post I have again run AUTO_Unlock_v3a.bat. The program this time indicated success. But, when I booted up with a pre-paid T-Mobile sim card the phone asked again for an unlock code.
I don't understand what is happening and what I need to do. Thanks for the links, I'll keep on researching more.

Unlock 8525
Success!!! Thanks.

I just unlocked my 8525 after talking with ATT, gave them my IMEI number, waited on hold for 5 minutes, entered the code after inserting a T-Mobile SIM card, and it unlocked just fine.
withOUT needing to run that updater.
I have CRCv12 ROM and olipro, and have updated the radio a few times in the past, so that may be why I didn't have any issues.
But, I now have my Fuze! Buhbye Hermes!!!

Quick question for anyone who unlocked their HD2

Hey, for anyone that unlocked your HD2 through t-mobile, I was just wondering, how many digits was the unlock code they gave you? because I had my friend call T-mobile to ask for a unlock code for my HD2 even though I am not a customer of theirs (He is), and he gave them my imei number but didnt tell them that the imei was for an HD2, and he has a samsung phone, so this is what the email said
Thank you for taking the time to contact T-Mobile. Below you will see the Instructions for unlocking your Samsung device. For Unlock code you will enter the 8 digit code that we have provided you.
Enter: #7465625*638*Unlock Code#
NOTE: Network Personalization Cancelled should display once unlocked. "Not Yet Personalized" will be displayed if it has already been unlocked.
It is very important that the instructions are entered correctly as listed. If you receive an error message while performing the instructions do not make any further attempts to unlock the handset. Please be aware that if an excessive amount of incorrect attempts are made, the phone will be permanently locked. You will need to verify the IMEI by pressing *#06# and contact Customer Care for support.
Thank You,
Sim Unlock Department
T-Mobile USA, Inc.
so, could they have mistakenly sent me an unlock code for his phone even though they used my imei or its really the code for my phone
appreciate any help

Money2g said:
Hey, for anyone that unlocked your HD2 through t-mobile, I was just wondering, how many digits was the unlock code they gave you? because I had my friend call T-mobile to ask for a unlock code for my HD2 even though I am not a customer of theirs (He is), and he gave them my imei number but didnt tell them that the imei was for an HD2, and he has a samsung phone, so this is what the email said
Thank you for taking the time to contact T-Mobile. Below you will see the Instructions for unlocking your Samsung device. For Unlock code you will enter the 8 digit code that we have provided you.
Enter: #7465625*638*Unlock Code#
NOTE: Network Personalization Cancelled should display once unlocked. "Not Yet Personalized" will be displayed if it has already been unlocked.
It is very important that the instructions are entered correctly as listed. If you receive an error message while performing the instructions do not make any further attempts to unlock the handset. Please be aware that if an excessive amount of incorrect attempts are made, the phone will be permanently locked. You will need to verify the IMEI by pressing *#06# and contact Customer Care for support.
Thank You,
Sim Unlock Department
T-Mobile USA, Inc.
so, could they have mistakenly sent me an unlock code for his phone even though they used my imei or its really the code for my phone
appreciate any help
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Dude, You should've gotten 8 Digits from TMO for unlocking your HTC HD2. Also based on the email you have posted the code is for a Samsung. Your Email should've looked like this:
Unlock Code: 12345678
Thank you for taking the time to contact T-Mobile. Below you will see the Instructions for unlocking your HTC device.
1. Insert the foreign SIM card
2. Power on the device and the display should read "Please input unlock code"
3. Enter the unlock code and the device should display "Phone is unlocked."
4. Allow the phone to scan the network (or manually click on the antenna icon to do this)
It is very important that the instructions and SIM unlock code are entered correctly as listed. If you receive an error message while performing the instructions do not make any further attempts to unlock the handset. Please be aware that if an excessive amount of incorrect attempts are made, the phone will be permanently locked. You will need to verify the IMEI by pressing *#06# and contact Customer Care for support.
Thank You,
Sim Unlock Department
T-Mobile USA, Inc.
I hope this helps.

spencer911 said:
Dude, You should've gotten 8 Digits from TMO for unlocking your HTC HD2. Also based on the email you have posted the code is for a Samsung. Your Email should've looked like this:
Unlock Code: 12345678
Thank you for taking the time to contact T-Mobile. Below you will see the Instructions for unlocking your HTC device.
1. Insert the foreign SIM card
2. Power on the device and the display should read "Please input unlock code"
3. Enter the unlock code and the device should display "Phone is unlocked."
4. Allow the phone to scan the network (or manually click on the antenna icon to do this)
It is very important that the instructions and SIM unlock code are entered correctly as listed. If you receive an error message while performing the instructions do not make any further attempts to unlock the handset. Please be aware that if an excessive amount of incorrect attempts are made, the phone will be permanently locked. You will need to verify the IMEI by pressing *#06# and contact Customer Care for support.
Thank You,
Sim Unlock Department
T-Mobile USA, Inc.
I hope this helps.
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Thanks and Yes, I did get an 8 digit code, but the imei number i gave them in order to find the unlock code was from my htc HD2, but TMO thinks i am trying to unlock the samsung phone, but they mustve found the code in the system based on the imei number is what I'm asking. I am going to try it on my phone later on, but I just wanted to ask this before I tried

Just be careful when you enter the code coz the instructions for entering it is very different from what i have. If it didn't work once don't try it again. Good Luck!

what is the amount of tries you have on the HD2 before it locks permanantly?

ok so I just found out that the code they gave me was actually for the samsung phone, it was a good thing that I didnt use it

T-Mobile Galaxy S8 unlock with an Unlock Code

I have no Idea how to start but I will throw in whatever I have so far.
I ordered sim unlock from samsungsimunlock.com for $26 ($13 original price and $13 Pending Amount for Hard Locked phone). This morning I was provided the Unlock Code and an app called Network Unlock which looked like T-Mobile's device unlock app but was non functional. The instructions were clear, install the app and enter the unlock code when prompted, but only ended up with no Sim Unlock.
I checked Service Menu to find an option to enter Unlock Code but it was missing Phone Control menu option since T-Mobile restricted unlocks to their app.
Now I am wondering if I would be able to flash Verizon or ATT firmware and be able to enter the Unlock Code. I know people are still trying to figure out ways to install the firmware through Odin and no one has been successful so far. But I was just wondering if I would be able to change firmware to different carrier which has the option to enter unlock code.
Any replies or help would be really appreciated. And I can use my T-Mobile phone as test device if anyone has ideas.

You have to go through Tmobile's app if you have it locked to Tmobile's sim. Flashing another firmware may work but not guaranteed
Sent from my ZTE A2017U using Tapatalk

suyash1629 said:
I have no Idea how to start but I will throw in whatever I have so far.
I ordered sim unlock from samsungsimunlock.com for $26 ($13 original price and $13 Pending Amount for Hard Locked phone). This morning I was provided the Unlock Code and an app called Network Unlock which looked like T-Mobile's device unlock app but was non functional. The instructions were clear, install the app and enter the unlock code when prompted, but only ended up with no Sim Unlock.
Any replies or help would be really appreciated. And I can use my T-Mobile phone as test device if anyone has ideas.
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Did you resolve this finally. Were you able unlock?

deltacharlie said:
Did you resolve this finally. Were you able unlock?
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Nope

So even the paid services are not reliable ? Hope you got a refund.

suyash1629 said:
I have no Idea how to start but I will throw in whatever I have so far.
I ordered sim unlock from samsungsimunlock.com for $26 ($13 original price and $13 Pending Amount for Hard Locked phone). This morning I was provided the Unlock Code and an app called Network Unlock which looked like T-Mobile's device unlock app but was non functional. The instructions were clear, install the app and enter the unlock code when prompted, but only ended up with no Sim Unlock.
I checked Service Menu to find an option to enter Unlock Code but it was missing Phone Control menu option since T-Mobile restricted unlocks to their app.
Now I am wondering if I would be able to flash Verizon or ATT firmware and be able to enter the Unlock Code. I know people are still trying to figure out ways to install the firmware through Odin and no one has been successful so far. But I was just wondering if I would be able to change firmware to different carrier which has the option to enter unlock code.
Any replies or help would be really appreciated. And I can use my T-Mobile phone as test device if anyone has ideas.
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I am facing the same problem...paid the $26.00 and got the code with the instructions. Followed everything and their app showed "Device is Permanently Unlocked" but when I tried another SIM card the phone showed that it was invalid and to use the T-Mobile unlock app
Working with the support people from samsungsimunlock.com right now but things don't look promising...
Did you reach out to samsungsimunlock.com or did you request a refund?

There code does not work at all and they are bs. I used blowfish unlocks and was able to get a code for the phone to be unlocked. The code works when you flash the rom for testing the phones. It accepts the code but when you reinstall the T-Mobile software the phone stays locked.
T-Mobile and there bul**** app... the app unlock server is down and I don't know if it will come back online. We will just have to wait for root and a unlock method

Just used the T-Mobile unlock app. It's been exactly 44 days since first use on the TMo network, so I gave it a shot. Easy peasy! Only needed a restart.

i just carried unlocked my s8+ from tmo,i send a message to T-force and they help me to unlock my phone in just 10 min,im from mexico and i bought it in brownsville tx

this site i explained to the after reading this and before ordering,they guaranteed me my phone will be unlocked which they failed to do ,now they dont reply to emails nor do they want to grant my refund requested

Sheon849 said:
There code does not work at all and they are bs. I used blowfish unlocks and was able to get a code for the phone to be unlocked. The code works when you flash the rom for testing the phones. It accepts the code but when you reinstall the T-Mobile software the phone stays locked.
T-Mobile and there bul**** app... the app unlock server is down and I don't know if it will come back online. We will just have to wait for root and a unlock method
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Just curious but when you said the code works when you flashed the rom for testing, did you try and then flash another carrier's rom (like AT&T, Sprint, or Verizon) rather than re-install the T-mobile software? Was it able to pick up a signal after it accepted the code while you were not on the T-mobile firmware?

Sheon849 said:
There code does not work at all and they are bs. I used blowfish unlocks and was able to get a code for the phone to be unlocked. The code works when you flash the rom for testing the phones. It accepts the code but when you reinstall the T-Mobile software the phone stays locked.
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Does that means if I flash another carrier's firmware phone will work? Or what do you mean by rom for testing?

via msl to unlock the phone by z3x box is no possible.

SamsungSimUnlock.com are a SCAM!!!
Dear XDA people looking to unlock your phones,
The post below, is just a copy of this post (ht tps://forum.xda-developers. com/showpost.php?p=73084963&postcount=117), but for convenience I've copied it here:
Do not, again, DO NOT use samsungsimunlock.com. They scam people into sending them codes. I was scammed out of $26. Their website states they refund the money if it doesn't work, they don't.
Here is what happens (I've broken it down in a number of steps):
1. You go to their website, and order an unlock code. It states that it is $13. Great. You then wait.
2. You receive this e-mail:
Dear xxxx,
we have checked your order and found that the Unlock Code for your Samsung phone is available in our 'High Range' database because your carrier has locked your phone with a highest level of encryption (almost all new models like s8/s8+ are hard locked)*and we have*to use a Special New 2017 Unlocking Tool (which cost more than normal)*to get the correct*unlock code for your hard locked*Samsung phone.
The final cost for unlocking your phone is*$26.00
Below are the details of your order:
Phone Model
Samsung Galaxy S8 (Vodafone_UK_server#2)
*
IMEI#
358793/08/000000/5
Paid Amount
$13.00
Pending Amount
$13.00
To finish the unlocking process for your Samsung phone*please click on this link*and pay additional $13.00 to make the total amount*$26.00
*
Kindly note:*the new price for the unlock code ($26.00) is still the lowest for your Samsung phone which is locked by the high level of encryption. We guarantee that you will not get official correct unlock code cheaper than this cost on any other website.
*
Thank you
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3. You click the link, pay, then wait a few hours, and then you receive this e-mail:
Dear, xxxxxx
we have a very good news for you.
Vodafone_UK_SuperNew_2017_Server_#2*successfully generated official unlock code for your Samsung*phone.
Below you can find the details of your order,*your unlock code and step by step instructions:
Phone Model
Samsung Galaxy S8*(Vodafone_UK_server#2)
IMEI#
​​​​​358793/08/161883/5
Unlock Code
91009421
Please follow the steps to unlock your Samsung phone:
First of all please make sure that your phone is on the stock factory firmware. This is very important. Unlock code will work correctly only on the stock factory firmware.
1 - Connect your phone (which you want to unlock) to wi-fi network
2 - Download and install on your phone official Network Unlock app: ht tp://tinyurl. com/hm7cp4g
3 - Power OFF the phone (long press on power button -> Power off)
4 - Pull out the*sim card from the phone*and*Switch ON the phone
5 - Make sure that your phone is connected to wi-fi network
6 - Open the app menu, find there*Network Unlock*app and run it
7 - Click 'Continue' button and wait until your phone will connect to server
8 - The phone will ask you to enter eight digit Sim Network Unlock Pin
9 - Enter the unlock code (which is written above), click 'Unlock' button and wait for result
10 - You will see the message "Device is Permanently Unlocked", do not close it, press the power button, choose 'Restart' and click 'OK'
Now your phone is unlocked and you can use it with any carrier sim card.
Thank you for using our service!
Best regards,
SamsungSimUnlock team
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4. You download the app, enter the code, and it says that your phone is permanently unlocked. You are happy, restart the phone, enter new sim, and find out that the phone is not unlocked at all.
You find out that the app is just a dummy app, and it doesn't matter what code you enter, it always says that it's permanently unlocked. It never is.
5. You reply to them, tell them that the code is not working, and they stall with various e-mails.
Stalling e-mail one:
Dear customer,
*
we’ve got unlock code for your phone directly from Vodafone server and this code is
in 100% working condition, it`s official factory sim unlock code provided by official carrier employees.
Seems like the problem on your side. Here is some useful recommendations.
*
Very often unlock code is not working because our customers flashing on
their phones custom ROM`s which includes custom basebands. These
changes in the structure of the radio module (baseband) are not acceptable
to unlock and this may be the reason why our code is not working. So
please make sure that your phone using original stock ROM and original
baseband firmware and your phone never was modified before.
*
Also here is some helpful advises:
-Try to reset your phone to factory settings.
-Make sure that sim card is not locked by PIN or PUK code
-Make sure that sim card which you put in your phone is activated and has
positive amount
-Make sure that your phone was not lost or stolen before because IMEI may be blacklisted
-Contact a person who gave\sold you this phone and ask make sure that phone was not refubrished by manufacturer before.
*
Additionally please contact your network operator, the problem also may be
in the high level of lock encryption for your sim card. Please ask
your carrier to change the level of encryption to normal that`s will make an
unlock code compatible with the sim card which you trying to activate.
*
Which error your phone displaying after entering unlock code?
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Stalling e-mail two:
Dear xxxx,*
can you please provide us screenshot of your phone current android version, baseband number and error which your phone is displaying after entering code.
Thank you
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Stalling e-mail three:
Dear xxx,
we will send a request (with screenshots) directly to carrier technical support team, they will re-check your order.
Seems like your phone is locked by the highest level of encryption and that`s why you have an issues during unlocking process.
We will update you as soon as we will receive an response regarding your order from the carrier technical support.
Thank you for your patience.
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Stalling e-mail four:
We will update you instantly as soon as we will get response from server
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Stalling e-mail five:
Dear xxxx,
everything is fine, we have sent request to the official carrier technical team.
Their server is extra busy right now because they updating the databases, so some sort of delay may happen, this is normal process, please don’t worry.
So please can you wait a bit, we will update you as soon as we will get a response from carrier technical support.
Best regards
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Stalling e-mail six:
Dear xxxx,
we have sent a request to carrier server,
it takes more time then usual, because of the very high traffic on their server and 10 hour
time difference. We will contact you as soon as we will receive an response regarding your order from official carrier support.
Please be patient, we are also waiting like you.
Thank you
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Stalling e-mail seven (after which I requested a refund for a second time):
Dear customer,
We will send a request to carrier server regarding aprox. delivery time and as soon as they will answer us, we will forward this information directly to your email address.
You know, all requests are official and they all are coming directly from carrier server, so we are also waiting like you and like all other services. So please don`t worry, this is simple delay, just need to wait a bit until database will be updated.
Best regards
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Stalling e-mail eight (still no refund):
Dear xxxx,*
no problem, if don`t need a code anymore, we will send a request to carrier server, they will cancel your order and will start refund process.
Please provide us screenshot with error which your phone is displaying after entering code (it will needed as proof for our supplier)
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All this time, I've complied with their requests for screenshots and stuff. So, after eight e-mails, it's easy to conclude that this is just a tactic.
I waited more than two weeks for them to comply with the refund. They haven't.
6. You go on XDA forums to warn other users not to use them, because this is the place where I found that site, which was probably plugged by the scammers themselves.
7. Find another reputable Unlock code provider.
Ultimately I did find a website, and they sent me a code which worked flawlessly. I'm not stating which one it is, so that this post doesn't seem like it's from someone trying to promote a website.
So, there you have it folks. I have an unlocked phone, but my back account is $26 lighter.
If you have $26 that is just itching to leave your bank account, donate it, or buy some random person some flowers. Do not use samsungsimunlock.com
I will update this post if I hear back from SamsungSimUnlock.com

I got scammed too...
Any chance you can PM me the URL of the site that worked for you?
I've been waiting 4 weeks now for a working code from samsungimunlock.com after also paying $26....
These guys are seriously scammy....
samsungsimunlock said:
Dear XDA people looking to unlock your phones,
The post below, is just a copy of this post (ht tps://forum.xda-developers. com/showpost.php?p=73084963&postcount=117), but for convenience I've copied it here:
Do not, again, DO NOT use samsungsimunlock.com. They scam people into sending them codes. I was scammed out of $26. Their website states they refund the money if it doesn't work, they don't.
Here is what happens (I've broken it down in a number of steps):
1. You go to their website, and order an unlock code. It states that it is $13. Great. You then wait.
2. You receive this e-mail:
3. You click the link, pay, then wait a few hours, and then you receive this e-mail:
4. You download the app, enter the code, and it says that your phone is permanently unlocked. You are happy, restart the phone, enter new sim, and find out that the phone is not unlocked at all.
You find out that the app is just a dummy app, and it doesn't matter what code you enter, it always says that it's permanently unlocked. It never is.
5. You reply to them, tell them that the code is not working, and they stall with various e-mails.
Stalling e-mail one:
Stalling e-mail two:
Stalling e-mail three:
Stalling e-mail four:
Stalling e-mail five:
Stalling e-mail six:
Stalling e-mail seven (after which I requested a refund for a second time):
Stalling e-mail eight (still no refund):
All this time, I've complied with their requests for screenshots and stuff. So, after eight e-mails, it's easy to conclude that this is just a tactic.
I waited more than two weeks for them to comply with the refund. They haven't.
6. You go on XDA forums to warn other users not to use them, because this is the place where I found that site, which was probably plugged by the scammers themselves.
7. Find another reputable Unlock code provider.
Ultimately I did find a website, and they sent me a code which worked flawlessly. I'm not stating which one it is, so that this post doesn't seem like it's from someone trying to promote a website.
So, there you have it folks. I have an unlocked phone, but my back account is $26 lighter.
If you have $26 that is just itching to leave your bank account, donate it, or buy some random person some flowers. Do not use samsungsimunlock.com
I will update this post if I hear back from SamsungSimUnlock.com
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Why would flashing another carriers firmware do anything?
Did you put in a non T-Mobile mobile sim? If so were you prompted to enter an unlock code?

Hey peeps,
loaded the unlocked firmware onto the phone, so far so good, its now asking for an unlock code, which is what I want. Any recommendations for a reputable seller?
I've come from tmo where you're supposed to use the app, but if what Sheon849 says is correct, should be able to unlock with a code now...
Any suggestions welcome!

tf22 said:
Any chance you can PM me the URL of the site that worked for you?
I've been waiting 4 weeks now for a working code from samsungimunlock.com after also paying $26....
These guys are seriously scammy....
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i dont know how much they bribe the moderators, or some of the moderators own that site, that is why it is all over xda. stay away

gentlemann said:
i dont know how much they bribe the moderators, or some of the moderators own that site, that is why it is all over xda. stay away
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Umm none we at every chance try to shut them down There services are not allowed on Xda but normal members keep posting them back up

[T-Mobile] Free OP8 SIM Unlocking!

[Update 20200210] Service continued in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/t-mobile-free-sim-unlocking-service-oneplus-samsung.4231597/
I am doing free SIM unlocking on the T-Mobile OnePlus 8. This allows your device to be network unlocked once you choose "Permanent Unlock" on the T-Mobile Device Unlock app or in Settings > WiFi & Internet > SIM & Network > Network Unlock.
ATTN: IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE BELOW REQUIREMENTS OR READ THIS ENTIRE THREAD, DO NOT PM ME AND WAIST OUR TIME, YOU WILL BE IGNORED!
** YES, I CAN UNLOCK YOUR 7 PRO/7T/7T PRO MCLAREN 5G **
Current turnaround time: ~1-3 days depending on how busy I am.
Requirements:
Unlocking for T-Mobile OnePlus 8 variant only.
Not eligible for MetroPCS users.
Device must be on the network for AT LEAST 3 full calendar days.
Cannot be on the OnePlus 8 international firmware.
Can be bought 3rd party but must be the T-Mobile variant and using the T-Mobile network.
If you meet the above requirements, PM the last name of the account holder and your phone number associated with said OnePlus 8.
Important Information:
Please keep in mind I get a lot of PM's regarding this so you will get a reply when yours has been completed. Do not send multiple requests.
If you make any SIM card changes, you will have to wait at least 24 hours for me to be able to unlock your device.
Your device does NOT have to be paid off.
There is no 100% guarantee this will work. There could be a possibility of an unlock ineligibility.
The device MUST be one purchased from T-Mobile or a 3rd party but the T-Mobile variant, NOT OnePlus themselves or a different carrier.
I cannot unlock with just an IMEI number or prepaid phones.
ERROR CODE = 255? See below..
Clear your network settings. Settings > System > Reset Options > Reset WiFi, Mobile, & Bluetooth.
Power cycle your device (turn it off and on).
Still doesn't work? PM me your phone number.
I may request you to simply direct message TMobileHelp on Twitter to whitelist your IMEI.
Plenty of vouches here from my OP7T unlocking:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7t/how-to/t-mobile-free-op7t-sim-unlocking-t4014053
Plenty of vouches here from my OP7 Pro unlocking:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7-pro/how-to/t-mobile-op7-pro-sim-unlock-t3957662
Feel free to donate below!
PayPal: https://PayPal.me/spdyhost
CashApp: Given in PM by request.​

thanks again for helping

You're a godsend.

Good to see you around again!

I tried to send a PM, but it's not showing up in my sent folder

I send message and doesn't show up in sent weird

I had about 120 requests today and tried my best getting thru them all today. If you didn't get a reply stating your device was unlocked, you will be getting one tomorrow.
Thanks for your patience!

Thanks
Thank you for the unlock, appreciate the support

Thank you very much!

Another success story, KUDOS to @mobbdeep ,much appreciated!

Thanks bro .. definitely work ...

Success!! Thank you so much!!

{Mod edit: I've removed personal information from this post to ensure no abuse is possible. As stated in the first post, please provide this type of information only by personal message to the OP! However, just let me know if you want these information reinstated.}

twaitforitk said:
I send message and doesn't show up in sent weird
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Same and didn't want to seem like an asshole and send another one

OP is amazing as always. Got my 8 unlocked no problems.

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Just got a message that I can unlock my phone. It worked without any problems. You unlocked my son's 7T Pro McLaren in Feb, too. Thanks so much. There's a few bucks coming to your paypal

All unlock requests have been completed. If you didn't get a reply, it's due to you not following the information on the original thread. I don't have time to entertain PM's that ask me to unlock with an IMEI, prepaid, or if you got the phone second hand and don't have T-Mobile.

Got mine unlocked quickly!! thanks a million

All unlock requests have been completed. If you didn't get a reply, it's due to you not following the information on the original thread. I don't have time to entertain PM's that ask me to unlock with an IMEI, prepaid, or if you got the phone second hand and don't have T-Mobile.