Unlocking a 5800 expressmusic from orange??
19 September 2010, 01:31 PM
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Unlocking a 5800 expressmusic from orange??
Hi,
Can anyone tell me the best way to get a 5800 expressmusic unlocked??
Is it a simple as a code? if so whos the best peeps to use?
Or will I need to gett it done via cable throught an orange shop - Its locked to orange and I want to use my o2 sim as orange has no good signal here.
Cheers.
Can anyone tell me the best way to get a 5800 expressmusic unlocked??
Is it a simple as a code? if so whos the best peeps to use?
Or will I need to gett it done via cable throught an orange shop - Its locked to orange and I want to use my o2 sim as orange has no good signal here.
Cheers.
19 September 2010, 03:05 PM
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IFAIK the 5800XM code is only available from your service provider. It can be unlocked via a box also but you will need to find some one with the kit. I have a man at our local market with all the gear or you can use a postal service, These guys are exellent, i've used them in the past when i've been stuck. If you give them a bell they will advise you, they do list the 5800 for remote unlock, but not the XM, strangly.
It is also worth contacting Orange and asking for the code, blag them and say you are going abroad on business and you need to be able to use a local sim, they may/will charge you but it may be cheaper than the other options available. Hth
It is also worth contacting Orange and asking for the code, blag them and say you are going abroad on business and you need to be able to use a local sim, they may/will charge you but it may be cheaper than the other options available. Hth
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19 September 2010, 03:23 PM
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I had one of these that I gave to someone (thats the nice kind of guy i am ) i used a turbo sim in it, not sure it was the exact same model....but it worked and only cost about £3
) i used a turbo sim in it, not sure it was the exact same model....but it worked and only cost about £3
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Cheers chap - I thought it would prob be a cable jobby I have to say I know sod all about phones other than they are to phone, txt and take pics! - looks like Im gonna have to start dragging myself forward a bit now I have this one!
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Mrs had a 6300 before upgrading on vodafone. Gave it tom mate yesterday. All that was required was a NUC code. Called vodafone and they sent me' an email with said code. Why not try it the legal way first, did me' well.
19 September 2010, 04:21 PM
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Price is the only issue, it depends on how long and how much you've spent with them, if it's a ex-contract/contract phone then it's more likely you'll get it for free, also Orange are well known for charging a higher price for their codes than other networks. It's all legal, regardless of the methord used. It's your right to have your phone unlocked
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I did suggest that earlier COB
Price is the only issue, it depends on how long and how much you've spent with them, if it's a ex-contract/contract phone then it's more likely you'll get it for free, also Orange are well known for charging a higher price for their codes than other networks. It's all legal, regardless of the methord used. It's your right to have your phone unlocked
Price is the only issue, it depends on how long and how much you've spent with them, if it's a ex-contract/contract phone then it's more likely you'll get it for free, also Orange are well known for charging a higher price for their codes than other networks. It's all legal, regardless of the methord used. It's your right to have your phone unlocked
With Vodafone and in my case the contract had been upgraded.
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Thanks for the help guys!
COB can I just ask - any particular reason that you always seem to come across argumentative? - Im hoping its just you SOH??
No offence meant though dude!
COB can I just ask - any particular reason that you always seem to come across argumentative? - Im hoping its just you SOH??
No offence meant though dude!
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It's just my sense of humour. Me and Steve (B13BAT) know each other well, as I do a lot of other people on here; so most the time it's just banter.No offence taken
19 September 2010, 09:50 PM
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Hahahahahahahaha!!! - I'll defo not be one to bait a reaction if I can help it! - but now am aware of the situ! - cheers for that guys!! - may the banter continue!!!
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