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**FREE UNLOCK** For Samsung Galaxy S3 and Note 2 - ALL GSM

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=====ALL Credits to Owl74 on XDA-Developers=====
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s...ostcount=1


This is confirmed by myself to work on the AT&T Galaxy S3 and AT&T Galaxy Note 2 ....and it is reported to work on ALL VARIANTS of GSM.

I am posting it publicly to give where credit is due, and to KILL the ebay profits, specifically ebay Item: 321033698090

Please do not profit off someone elses' idea and ebay this info like the Joker in the auction above

To unlock your Galaxy S3 OR NOTE 2:

Just dial the following keys *#197328640#

Main Menu > [1] UMTS > [1] Debug Screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] Network Lock > Options [3]Perso SHA256 OFF > (after choosing this option, wait about 30 seconds, then go back one step by pressing the Menu button then select Back, now you are in [6] Network Lock then choose [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ ..... wait for a minute then reboot your phone... enjoy!!!

/standard disclaimer: I am not responsible if you don't follow directions and what you do with your phone...

*****Hit the Thanks button, you're welcome Smilie
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Last Edited by HermitDash April 3, 2014 at 04:55 PM
This will not work for Stock Android 4.3 or Higher and downgrading may cause a brick DONT DO IT.

Unlocking cellphones was recently made illegal because a certain mandate expired. Please take a few minutes to sign this petition so we can ensure consumer rights and our ability to use our phones on different carriers:
Petition to Make Unlocking Cell Phones Legal.
https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/...l/1g9KhZG7
THIS PETITION IS CLOSED AND WAS SUCCESSFUL

The current way to root and unlock your ATT Galaxy S3 phone (along with others) can be found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s...?t=2092244
Works awesomely, so good in fact, I donated to the dev. DYLAN

AT&T Users you can now update to Jelly Bean!!!

FOR THOSE THAT DON'T HAVE THE LAST OPTION MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE LATEST UPDATE FOR YOUR PHONE.

And if ATT give you unlock code and if it doesnt work, then you need to go back to 4.1.1 using Odin and then use the above options to unlock and then go back to 4.1.2.





FROM THE OP:

Those who are having trouble.

1) PLUG IN THE FOREIGN SIM CSED FIRST

2) BOOT up the phone with the different sim card, then it will ask for unlock code. CLICK DISMISS

3) Then perform the 6 step process in post #1

4) be sure to WAIT EXACTLY where it says wait 30 sec, and wait 1min then reboot

---I have better success with the foreign sim in FIRST and unlocking with the foreign sim inside the phone.


Frequently Asked Questions:
  • What is unlocking/what is its benefit?
Only thing unlocking your phone will do is allow you to pop in a different sim card and use that provider's service with your phone -Blacksoxing
  • Will unlocking my phone void my warranty?
It typically won't void your warranty (since some providers WILL unlock your phone for you if you're traveling internationally....)....and it won't help you get updates faster. -Blacksoxing
  • After unlocking the phone, data isn't working on the foreign network (e.g. if you have a T-Mobile phone, data is not working when you put in your AT&T SIM card), what do I need to do?
To get data to work on your FOREIGN SIM, you must change the APN setting. Google for your carrier's APN setting and change that. This is nothing related to unlocking the phone, rather its because you are literally on a different cell carrier and you need to modify the phone to access the correct data network. -OP - lillazyfats81
  • Will unlocking my phone affect my internet speeds?
It won't affect your internet speeds. -Blacksoxing
  • Which service providers does this work for? Does it work for Verizon/Sprint?
This works ONLY for GSM phones, i.e. phones on AT&T, T-Mobile, or most international carrier. This will NOT work on CDMA/TDMA phones, specifically phones from Verizon or Sprint. Some Verizon phones use SIM cards for 4G data, and it may be possible to use those phones with GSM networks, but I am not sure of that. -hallowmann
  • Does this mean I can use it outside the country without paying any extra service fees?
You have to pay for service no matter where you go, but if you go to another country, rather than being forced to use your AT&T SIM card with international roaming, you can buy a prepaid SIM card from the country you are traveling to. You would have to switch the SIM cards and then you can use your unlocked phone on the international service plan. -hallowmann
  • What does "GSM' mean in the original post?
GSM refers to use "Global System for Mobile communications". This is for mobile devices that use SIM cards for voice, specifically AT&T and T-Mobile devices in the US, and almost all devices every else in the world. -hallowmann
  • Does unlocking the phone mean that I am no longer under my contract? Will I still have to pay my service provider the monthly service fee? What about Early Termination Fee (ETF)?
Unlocking the phone deals ONLY with the phone, not with your service. You will still have the service and you will still either have to pay the monthly fees or pay the early termination fee, whether you have the phone or not. Again, unlocking the phone does NOTHING to the contract. The contract is for service, it has nothing to do with the phone. The phone is yours. You could sell the phone and you'd still have to pay your voice and data service. -hallowmann
  • Does this work on the Samsung Galaxy S2? Other GSM phones?
It doesn't work on the S2, but if bought the phone (or any GSM phone) from AT&T or T-Mobile and you've had your phone for something like 90 days or 6 months (not sure which) with service, you can call them up and say you are going overseas and need to unlock your phone for use there. They should give/email you the SIM unlock code for your phone, which you would need to put in when you insert another network's SIM into your phone. If they give you trouble, just keep pressing that you may go to areas that don't have their coverage and need other options. They should/will give it to you. -hallowmann[LIST]
  • Foreign sim Data plan is not working
Add APN settings as per new foreign sim provider.Prem (thanks to lillazyfats81



UPDATE:
It doesn't work with custom rom, at least for CM10 rom. you must restore the original rom to use the code.



No go on unused VZW GS3 (I know it's not GSM, still gave it a shot); Code didn't work (Stock ICS)
VZW GSM always works overseas, you don't even have to unlock it - http://forum.xda-developers.com/s...?t=1809314

To check if your phone is unlocked, press *#7465625#


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cyfan
03-04-2013 at 11:14 AM.
03-04-2013 at 11:14 AM.
Quote from chopperwest :
I have an unlocked T Mobile Galaxy S 3 which suddenly stopped working. It displays "searching" on its screen non stop, when I try to make a call it says "not registered on network" Tryed to fix this problem by the method above, did't work. Please HELP me.
Honestly, if you have an unlocked phone, why are you trying to re-unlock it? If you don't have an unlocked phone, you'll get the exact error message that you described.
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sallyjones2013
03-11-2013 at 01:42 AM.
03-11-2013 at 01:42 AM.
love the deal! thanks op
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gtu2005
03-11-2013 at 08:57 AM.
03-11-2013 at 08:57 AM.
damn, wish i knew about this thread a month ago...already paid...
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dealdead
03-13-2013 at 06:26 PM.
03-13-2013 at 06:26 PM.
not sure if this has been mentioned but if we get the software and update again will it be locked again????????
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ohbouy
03-14-2013 at 08:15 PM.
03-14-2013 at 08:15 PM.
Hey guys - I tried these steps as listed on an ATT Note 2. I noticed the SHA256 has changed to 0 however when I used the foreign SIM (verizon SIM) the phone boots and detects the signal (but does not say Verizon network or anything). When I attempt to make a call it says "Emergency Calls" only.

Any comments on this ? I did try to re-do the unlocking steps by putting in the foreign SIM but nothing changed.
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BennyHinn
03-28-2013 at 08:49 AM.
03-28-2013 at 08:49 AM.
Quote from hmac :
Hey guys - I tried these steps as listed on an ATT Note 2. I noticed the SHA256 has changed to 0 however when I used the foreign SIM (verizon SIM) the phone boots and detects the signal (but does not say Verizon network or anything). When I attempt to make a call it says "Emergency Calls" only.

Any comments on this ? I did try to re-do the unlocking steps by putting in the foreign SIM but nothing changed.
That's because the ATT variant of Galaxy Note 2 is not an international phone; it will only accept GSM sim cards and not recognize CDMA.
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gameson
03-28-2013 at 09:00 AM.
03-28-2013 at 09:00 AM.
does this method work with samsung captivate (original samsung galaxy s)?
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The WalL
03-28-2013 at 09:03 AM.
03-28-2013 at 09:03 AM.
Interesting...on my first Note 2 that was shipped with 4.1.1 and I upgraded to 4.1.2, I was able to run through the procedure in the OP.
On the second phone that shipped with 4.1.2 already, I don't have the same option after PERSO_SHA256_OFF. There is no NV Lock Init... after I hit back.
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dowayne
03-31-2013 at 04:17 PM.
03-31-2013 at 04:17 PM.
Thanks work for me tmo S3
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QuawanaB
04-08-2013 at 01:41 PM.
04-08-2013 at 01:41 PM.
Thank you Im gonna try it.
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JennaLotres80
04-08-2013 at 01:44 PM.
04-08-2013 at 01:44 PM.
WOW! Thanks, this was very useful!
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ray19905
04-08-2013 at 07:34 PM.
04-08-2013 at 07:34 PM.
Samsung S3 and note 2, I say choose one, both are better than the Iphone. hey the Android experience is far better. with the price listed here, I say it is a great bargain.
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04-08-2013 at 11:31 PM.
04-08-2013 at 11:31 PM.
Quote from The WalL :
Interesting...on my first Note 2 that was shipped with 4.1.1 and I upgraded to 4.1.2, I was able to run through the procedure in the OP.
On the second phone that shipped with 4.1.2 already, I don't have the same option after PERSO_SHA256_OFF. There is no NV Lock Init... after I hit back.
Does this unlock procedure still work for 4.1.2? After I hit back, there is no NV Lock Init either... anybody with ideas?
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04-08-2013 at 11:33 PM.
04-08-2013 at 11:33 PM.
I am the original poster of this thread.

Just checking in, glad it's helping out!!
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JohnathanS
04-09-2013 at 12:56 PM.
04-09-2013 at 12:56 PM.
When I type in the *#numbers# i get a message that says no network available. I bought the phone from ATT and no longer have service with them. Do I have to have service in order for this unlock method to work?
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