Network Unlock request

[anticpated]

So to cut a long story short, I requested a network unlock code for my LG handset.

In the supplied instructions, it says I must use the Original SIM however after typing the relevant code it says, all the lock options are disabled and I can only dismiss it.

I watched a video where it shows you them placing a secondary SIM (another network) into the handset instead where it then requests you type in the code. Something at the back of my head is telling me this makes sense. I can't remember what I did with my Samsung Galaxy S2 although I think I swapped it for an Orange SIM, typed the code and reset it.

Have I been sold a one trick pony? Or shall I wait till I get another MicroSIM and try it like in the second video. TBH I can't be bothered talking to O2 customer support.

[MI5]

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@anticpated wrote:

Oh I see......I have European Firmware after checking. So the message you receive is actually a kind of false negative. It actually says, "Because you are using open firmware you can not unlock your device".

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I think it's saying you cannot unlock it because it's already unlocked

[anticpated]

Right........[whistles].

[anticpated]

Just a quick update. I bought a £1 3 PAYG SIM yesterday and it had no problem changing networks. 

[Anonymous]

Good result then.

[anticpated]

I'm also glad I am on PAYM and never had to pay a release fee.:manlol:

[Anonymous]

I'm on Payg but choose to buy direct from Apple so no release fee for me too.

[jonsie]

Glad it's all sorted @anticpated 

Unfortunately many people do have to go down the route of P&G phones and going through the unlocking process and all that it entails. Hopefully the threads on the community will guide them through what is usually a straight forward and relatively easy procedure.

[anticpated]

I used pay as you go, until I bought a smartphone.  Now you get PAYG deals which are almost as good as the Pay Monthly ones....sods law of diminishing averages I suppose.

[jonsie]

There is a lot to be said for both P&G and contract, both have advantages and disadvantages. In today's world and the top spec phones costing so much to buy outright, many people have to tie into a 2 year contract. Not for me I'm afraid but at least Refresh offers other alternatives.

Whatever works for the individual is fine by me. Horses for courses!

[anticpated]