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Extras Discussion of Ringtones, Games, Software, Avatars, Graphics, Wallpapers, Unlocking etc.

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Old 02-01-2007, 7:25 PM
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Unlokcing a Nokia 6230

Please help! I have searched this site for help unlocking my Nokia 6230. I want to change it from T Mobile to Orange.

I have found this site but am unsure as to whether it is legit or not?

http://unlock.nokiafree.org/dct4.php

Please help and thank you in advance

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Old 04-01-2007, 12:01 PM
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Old 11-05-2009, 10:49 AM
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Better u can use..

Better u can use the site named as Unlock Zone - The best place to unlock your phone for getting the unlocking code .Instead of getting the Unlocking softwares
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Old 13-05-2009, 5:59 PM
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Unlocking Mobile Fones.


Handsets are locked out so that the network it was sold on can recoup the subsidy levied against the handset ,when sold on contract or payg.


Just check out the sim free prices of fones to see how much they discount them by !

All handsets can be unlocked.

3 months into a payg you can ask for the unlock code for a small fee.

After a 12,18 or 24 month contract ends you can request from the Network the unlock code for a fee.

Some handsets sold on contracts are already unlocked. Insert an alternative networks sim to see if yours is unlocked.


Some market traders also unlock for a fee too.

Handsets that have been IMEI locked out cannot be legally opened by anyone apart from the network. This type of lockout is usually due to theft or fraud.

My advice is dont be tempted by sites offering discs,cables and codes for a fee.

Most handsets have 3-4 unlock codes so it can be trial and error getting the right one to work
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