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What is SIM Unlock?

Having bought a high end phone like Htc Touch Pro or iPhone, how many of you have felt frustrated from the fact that your pricy mobile is locked in to one network service provider? Forget high end, every mobile in most countries is locked to the service provider who has sold it to you. Why? Because, the manufacturers are selling these phones at a heavy discount to entice buyers and try to recover some part of the costs by locking you to your service provider either indefinitely or for a 1 or 2 Year Contract period.

Why to SIM Unlock?

Wouldn't it be wonderful to be able to select your own network and use your mobile with any compatible Sim Card? Many of you might be surprised to know that that is very much possible. There is something called SIM Unlock. What you do is SIM Unlock Your Mobile Phone to make it compatible with other service networks to take advantage of great deals, better tariff plans and cheaper roaming facilities. Besides, a ‘SIM Unlock'ed mobile will have a higher resale value too!

What exactly is ‘SIM Unlock'?

The phone once unlocked loses all restrictions instantly and can be used with any other compatible network SIM. However, some handsets require to be plugged into a computer and specific software is used to unlock them. It is better to get that done through specialized unlock service providers as it requires some technical knowledge.

Is Unlocking Illegal?

Absolutely not! A lot of mobile users get confused between ‘SIM Unlock' a mobile and ‘Unblock' a mobile. SIM unlocking is simple and completely legal. Trying to unblock a mobile that's been blocked by service providers because it got stolen or was lost, that's fairly illegal and should never be attempted.

Word of Caution: Unlocking though not illegal can result in your Phone Warranty becoming void. So get your priorities right – you can either have a warranty or switch to a cheaper service provider.

How to SIM Unlock?

1. Check if your handset accepts an Unlock Code. Remove the existing SIM and insert a SIM from another service provider. An unlock code screen will be displayed asking for the SIM Unlock code. If no such request is displayed or your phone menu doesn't have any SIM Unlock feature then it might not be possible to unlock via code. You could then try the cable and Software Unlock option or visit some professional unlocker.

2. SIM Unlock Via Unlocking Code:

1. For many older versions of mobile phones especially Nokia, unlock codes are available for free online. You can try visiting some authentic websites that freely offer SIM unlock codes for your mobile brand. You will need the following info handy while surfing the net:

• The Brand and model number of your mobile

• Name of the network that you are presently locked to.

• The exclusive IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number assigned to your mobile. Feed *#06# into your mobile and the resultant display is your IMEI number.

Once you have the SIM Unlock code, put in the SIM of the new service provider you intend to use and then feed the unlock code you generated online. If the code is accepted, you mobile will immediately become free of all restrictions. Be careful to feed the correct code in the first attempt. Depending on different brands and service providers, you get limited trials to insert the correct code. If you strike out, the phone might get blocked and you will have to approach a network provider or professional unblockers to restart your handset.

1. For most new age mobiles, the unlock codes are not available free online. In that case you will have to buy the SIM Unlock code

• either from your present network provider OR

• purchase from authentic online websites OR

• try local brick and mortar shops selling unlocking services.

Compare the cost and genuineness of the vendor you finally decide and then feed the unlock code you get into your handset.

1. If your mobile cannot be unlocked via codes then it probably needs software and technology. If you have a sound technical knowledge of mobiles, you can attempt to unlock it by purchasing a cable, plugging into a computer and using specific unlocking software downloaded from the net. Or else you can approach some SIM Unlock service provider, pay him and get the job done.

How to Unlock Htc:

To unlock Htc Pro or unlock HTC Touch Pro, provide details of your model number and the serial number (IMEI) of your handset to the website you plan to download the SIM Unlock code from. Once you complete the order form and make a secure online payment it will take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few days to receive the unique SIM Unlock code specific to your mobile. The code is also accompanied by detailed instructions on how to go about unlocking the mobile. In case of any problems, most websites provide efficient customer service to help the customers.

For more information visit www.htcsimunlock.com

About the Author

HTCSimUnlock.com has sold thousands of HTC SIM Unlock codes which gives people the freedom to choose their cell phone company! If your mobile service provider has locked the SIM for single use of it network, then you cannot use other network SIM which is offering service at low cost. But now it is possible to unlock all HTC models including Htc Magic unlock. You don't need any tech knowledge, it is instant & get the HTC unlock code right sitting at your home.

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