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[Sprint HTC One (M7)] krishnak:
[Unlocked] Sprint HTC One Still SIM LOCKED... pls help

Guys, back again with my struggle towards unlocking my Sprint HTC One.

Device status

*** TAMPERED ***

*** UNLOCKED ***

M7_WLS PVT SHIP S-ON RH

HBOOT-1.57.0000

RADIO-1.01.20.0904_2

OpenDSP-v32.120.274.0909

OS-5.05.651.2

eMMC-boot 2048MB

Sep 24 2014,16:58:42.0

*Basically the phone was running the latest update from Sprint/HTC

TWRP Recovery Installed & Rooted (SuperSU)

Factory Reset.

Backed up current official ROM using TWRP

Installed Viper One 7.0.1 (from thread number2502430 or venomroms dot com/htc-one-m7)

Updated OMADM zip using recovery (thread number 2534208 or even better, available in venom ROM AppInstaller Icon)

Installed SIM Unlock Helper (thread number 2386703 available in venom ROM AppInstaller Icon)

Run the Sim Unlock Helper, Assign it ROOT access for ever

Enter Logs menu and come back

Click Start

Opens Text based interface, scroll down to the bottom and select "sim lock"

wait for more than 10 seconds until the sim lock is not highlited anymore, press back

Sim Unlock Helper says the unlock might be successful. Reboot option from the app didn't work. exited the app and rebooted the phone

Upon reboot, did *#*#4636#*#* and have set to WCDMA Preferred

The phone is STILL LOCKED and doesn't connect to the GSM networks

Tried the unlock with a valid SIM in the tray and without. Tried with WiFi Internet Access while unlocking and without.

Tried WCDMA Preferred, WCDMA Only, GSM Only options in *#*#4636#*#* menu and also tried all the 4 options in network selection menu.

The Network frequencies for the SIM I am trying are supported by Sprint HTC One (thread number 2237217)

2G: 900/1800

3G: 2100

both 2G & 3G are working very well on another phone using this SIM.

Am I missing something here... Please help :o

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Update - Unlocked... Finally:

Been trying various things and finally cracked it.

Applied ViperOne Rom 6.2.0 instead of 7.0.1

Updated OMADM zip using recovery

Installed Sin Unlock Helper from apk file

Run Sim Unlocker; sim lock success; exit app

rebooted phone

did *#*#4636#*#*, set network to WDCMA preferred

by the time I cam out of the menu, the phone already got connected to my network.... VOILA :good: ::highfive:

Shutdown and applied ViperOne 7.0.1 as it has a clear option to disable Sprint features to use the phone with SIM.

Busy moving the call and message data back to my lovely lovely One :cool:
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] thanhdang:
Yes, it works. Thank you

I almost gave up then read your post and search for network then register to network. Got H for data and voice call.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] cyberpetatus:
Quote:

Originally Posted by iBowToAndroid

You never need to downgrade. Step 1 works perfectly fine on any Sprint m7, regardless of software version. Flash a stock deodexed ROM, flash the OMADM zip, run the unlock app, and downgrade the baseband.

I have already done that, and when I run the sim unlock, I have the "Sorry!: vDM client has stopped unexpectedly. An error report will be send.... " so, solution 2 is impossible for mi. If I go to number 3, I cannot install any firmware lower than 5.03.651.3 because then, it will appear the error 155. I am sick of coming from work, reading the same things I have been reading the other days and don't have a solution... thanks
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
Your ROM is not deodexed
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Hollow548:
I am getting error 155 too. My bootloader is relocked, recovery is stock, i have s-off. What should i do?
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] twfs:
where is the option with the viper rom to disable sprint features to use phone with SIM? Are you talking about when it is installing with the aroma or something after the rom boots? thanks
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] krishnak:
Yes, while installing. Only with 7.0.1; 6.2.0 didn't show this option.

It asks how you'd use the phone.. with Sprint or with SIM based GSM/CDMA...

The reason for using Viper ROM is the need for a deodexed ROM so that the OMADM patch can be applied, without which we cannot run the SIM Unlock helper.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] jburkecr:
Hi,

Do you have a link where I can download the SIM Unlock Helper app?

tnks in advance

Regards
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] krishnak:
Had that bookmarked in my PC but that crashed. Please check for a thread here in XDA itself under Sprint HTC One section...

May be here - http://xdaforums.com/sprint-htc-one/general
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] cyberpetatus:
Thank you very much!! I solved it! this was the problem... now can I install all the ROM I want without loosing the Unlock, right?? thanks!!
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
Yes

Seriously...? Come back after you've read the thread. Or even try reading just one page back
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] byXick¨:
worked like a charm, thank you very much

spend 3 whole days trying to unlock that god damn sim

love u :)

---------- Post added at 11:24 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:03 AM ----------

Sorry, I tried to search that via search bar, but with no results.

You were right, just one page back there was solution for me. Thank you so much.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
Sorry, but why all this long work just for unlock?, i've used an easy way by Terminal, at first time device was unlocked , (i've last original Sense RUU +Fw), only have downgrated the Radio to .035 and voila', phone unlocked in 5 min.s, now i'm flashing "Bad_Boyz_Sprint Rom 5.5 becouse with original Sense Ruu have lost Audio in power on, all done :good:
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Inobitu:
Any way for network in non sense roms?

Hi all

I bought an HTC One from Sprint and is sim unlocked for use it in GSM networks. It came with sense based rom.

My question: is there a way for use it with non sense based roms and have network? I've tried but unsuccessfully. As the #1 thread post says, i only have network on sense based roms.

Thanks a lot in advance for any answer.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Jaydesu:
Would you mind to share the app please? I was trying to find it but it was removed from the play store. Thank you.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] aago1254:
latest firmware

viper one 7.0.2 was a pain i had to update my firmware thus loosing my old modem. i did a nanorid backup before the update. and i lost connection completly i was able to recover the old modem in this thread which was helpful. the latest viper one had built in gsm for sprint phones so this hopefully makes it nice. i have much better signal with the new firmware. and rom

good luck guys
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Joshdbl:
Hi, I Have Problems With Firewater, syntax error: '('

I Can't S-Off.

You Known About Other Software?

Thanks For The Help! :)
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
For Unlock you Sprint device you not have need S-OFF in you device, read carefully Thread starter.

Firewater is down you can use other way for S-OFF and this isn't thread for gain S-OFF in M7_WLS device
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Joshdbl:
Thanks!
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
there's a button for this ;)
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Joshdbl:
vanito thanks for you response...

The method 1 and 2 failed on my phone. still SIM lock. vDM Client Crash and flash other ROM but not reconigze my SIM.

For the method 3 i need to S-Off.

Thanks For Your Time, Help and Effort! ;)
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
Loock carefully becouse the APP "simunlocker...." from google play work fine also with 4.4.4 only with other ROM flashed, no need S-OFF, tested today from an friend but is off-line and i not have ask wich ROM has used for get Unlocked his M8, (no M7), w/o S-OFF, so this method work also for M8, try to search a little, :good: if i see him on-line reply here, regards;)
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] rajbain:
Firewater, syntax error: problem solved

Hi Friend. :)

you are getting this error because you are not using full firewater file. try the attachment file.

and before all process don't forget to change your phone date to 28/01/2014. also uncheck " automatic date &time " update option.

:) :)
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Frikso1:
Hi i Have a question. Before intall ruu, I have to do downgrade , or ruu takes care of that? thx
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] es0tericcha0s:
Firewater doesn't work anymore. It's run through an online server which the developer has taken down.

---------- Post added at 05:02 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:00 PM ----------

You do need S-Off if trying to unlock for domestic use. Sunshine is the only thing that works for newer updates now.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
I have thinked that you are good for read, but is probabyly i'm wrong about this.

What quote me, read lol

:good: read carefully next time
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
Actually that's not true
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] es0tericcha0s:
I've no clue what you're trying to convey here.

The only way that would have worked domestically would be if they were on the older firmware already, which is rare these days. If it was for international unlock, then no, S-Off isn't necessary, but it is necessary on any of the newer updates for unlocking to use in the US because of the need to downgrade the radio.

---------- Post added at 07:42 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:42 PM ----------

What part of that is not true?
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
S-OFF isn't needed
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] es0tericcha0s:
I clarified that in my other post. If you want to unlock for domestic use and your phone has a newer radio, it's not going to work. So, you would need to S-Off then because you can not downgrade the radio to one of the ones that work if you don't. If all you need is to unlock for international use, then any of the radios work so it doesn't matter about S-Off.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] slimpyman:
hey guys. i dont know if i understand number one in OP, but it says no network in non sense rom, does that mean if i use this unlocker, the network wont work unless im using a sense rom?

also, i called sprint yesterday to unlock my device, cause i plan on going to tmobile. is the "unlock" they do bullocks? would i still have to follow this guide to Unlock my phone for tmobile use? Or is the "unlock" sprint did for me just allow internation sim card usage outside the US?
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] es0tericcha0s:
The unlock has to be done on a Sense rom. And Sprint can not unlock for use here in the US, only international.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
S-OFF is required to downgrade/flash certain bits of firmware, yes, but the radio is not one of them
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] es0tericcha0s:
Ah, you're right. It's been awhile since I worked on these. Was remembering needing to downgrade firmware to make everything work, but was also downgrading the rom, which did need S-Off. These phones don't work well in the US anyway, even when unlocked properly.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] shallwedance:
Hi everyone, I just won this phone on eBay but want to make sure about a few things before buying it:

-Are the phone still GSM unlockable on the newest stock ROM? Are the instructions on the 1st page of this thread still applicable? There's one reminding about vDM client crashes after unlocking, I have no idea about what are they and wonder if these crashes affect daily activities of the phone in anyway (I do not want to flash any custom ROM).

-After the phone being unlocked, can it still be able to receive OTA updates normally?

Thank you so much. Really appreciate.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Frikso1:
hi i am s-off, when trying to install the ruu Error 155, i lock recovery. Help me plz. Thanks.

i need downgrade hboot?
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] elvisypi:
Yes somebody mentioned Sprint has modified the latest radios to block other us networks, so downgrading the radio to the oldest may solve the problem for some. Can someone verify this?
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] hooverbw:
I can confirm that a downgrade of radio back to 1.00.20.0315 was needed to connect to T-Mobile with a prepaid card. I am on a 4.3 ROM but the unlock was done on a 4.1 ROM first. I am able to make calls and send SMS. I am only seeing EDGE speeds right now in my house, haven't tried anywhere else.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] dingstudy:
Hi,

I am have the problem of losing network, can you please explain? or can you give any link?

Thanks
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] bighleo114312:
Guys i have unlock my one with this method but now i have seen that i cannot connect to 3g or lte here in mexico using telcel it just appears the E how can i use it 3g????

Enviado desde mi HTCONE mediante Tapatalk
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] elvisypi:
Check if your carriers use the same frequencies with the phone. I am not sure about Mexico, but in the US there are only cerain areas that use these frequencies on other carriers
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] woker-X:
You can't. These are the frequencies supported by the Sprint HTC One.

2G/2.5G - GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz

3G - UMTS/ HSPA: 1900/2100 MHz (Sprint)

3G - CDMA: 800/1900 MHz (Sprint)

4G - LTE: 1900 MHz (Sprint)

And these are the frequencies used by Telcel in Mexico.

2G/2.5G - GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 1900 MHz

3G - UMTS: 850/1900 MHz

4G - LTE: 2100(AWS) MHz

As you can see, only the EDGE one matches. The 3G is missing the 850 band and that is why you can't connect.

I've been said that you can connect to Unefon's 3G, but I haven't tested it.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] jeremyp1:
im having issues

I tried to root my phone had alot of issues accidently deleted my os, re downloaded my os rooted the phone properly and now trying to unlock sim. my latest issue is my supersu app. i flashed the latest version on it and now instead of the phone saying that the su could not be installed for 4.3 but to reroot my phone and read forums it now says that i should use twrp to try to install the binary but i cant find **** anywhere in my phone that involves a binary. what do i do to get the binary so i can permit the app to gain super access? I've been on this for a couple of weeks and i have never done anything like this before I have learned a lot lately on this but I'm officially stumped I cant find any help on anything.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] :
This worked like a charm! :good:
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] us3rm3:
Yes, i can confirmed this. I downgraded to 1.00.2.0315 and my htc one started to pick up tmobile.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] hooverbw:
I was on the RageOne 1.5.1 ROM and after I got connected and registered to the T-Mobile network I was able to upgrade the radios to the newest version from OMJ, 1.00.20.1108 and stay connected.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] us3rm3:
I upgraded my radio back to the newest radio, however i am unable to use the internet no matter what APN I put in. Also, once I get to a location with no tmobile service, my signal shows an X and then i can never pick up tmobile signal again unless i downgrade the radio back.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] jeremyp1:
I got siginal for a little bit now it says my SIM isn't allowed to connect to the network and renamed my tmobile connection to home
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] klbjr:
Okay I've read this about 3 or 4 times now but I must be having a dumb blonde moment becasue I still can't seem to figure it out. If I SIM unlock my Sprint HTC One will I be able to use T-Mobile's 4G LTE Network? Here is a picture of their coverage in my area. I really want to switch especially if I don't have to buy a new phone. Only thing is 4G LTE is pretty much a deal breaker for me.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] elvisypi:
I don't think so http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-4988?noredirect=true

T-Mobile’s 4G LTE network uses 1700 MHz and 2100 MHz frequencies while the phone uses 1900
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] klbjr:
Oh well if I can't get 4G or close to 4G speeds then I'll just stay with Sprint till the One + or GS5 drops. Can't deal with 3G anymore!
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] Cr3a7eR:
Thank you, It worked for me perfectly, also I did show it to a friend so now both of us are happy :) :cowboy:
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] purple1:
To make things easy for you, PEOPLE IN US MUST FLASH OLDEST RADIO AFTER UNLOCK PROCCESS AND ADD THE LTE APN SETTINGS TO GET 3G/H i CAN CONFIRM WORKING, i am using a tmobile sim in dallas tx in the us and is working good, only problem is what everyone else has which is data drop
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] jeremyp1:
Im trying to use a tmobile card but it won't work, it worked at first then it named the network from tmobile to home and denys access to the network then tells me network restriction. Plus what it the apn you use because I don't know how to write the Lte apn
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] jeremyp1:
So I found the problem it'd my SIM company is sending me a new one, but what is the Lte apn so I can write it in my phone when the new SIM shows up?
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] purple1:
I use this

Name :*T-Mobile LTE

APN:*fast.tmobile.com

MMSC:*http://mms.msg.eng.t-mobile.com/mms/wapenc

MMS Protocol:*WAP 2.0

MCC:*310

MNC:*260

APN Type:*default,supl,admin,dun,mms

And then name it tmobile internet. The add another apn called tmobile mms and just type in the mmsc

Then just choose tmobile internet. Should work
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
If you're using the phone outside the US, you can RUU back to stock and it will work. If you're in the US, you need to be on the release radio in order to connect to domestic carriers so updates are not possible. You can unlock on any software version though, and flash stock ROMs based on new releases as they come out (although it remains to be seen if the unlock will still work on 5.0+)
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] d21d3q:
I am trying to walk through third step.

Do I need to have fastboot and adb in path while running RUU?

I am getting error (code 170) - connection problem

I flashed ROM and radio suggested on the begining (Badboyz ROM), I am s-off, relocked bootloader. I do everything under linux, and for RUU purpose I use another windows computer with google USB driver and platform tools installed (not in path) from SDK Manager.

what is exactly RUU? Once it is flashable zip, and here it PC program...

EDIT:

hboot 1.57
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] raulorozco987:
Hi everyone, i see this thread is for HTC ONE, i live in méxico and i just received, from a cousin living in the us, an HTC thunderbolt, the question is now obvious: will the procedure described in this thread work on my phone?, or do you have any idea of a similar procedure for htc TB?, thank you very much in advance, i have andoid 2.3.4 and htc SENSE 2.1, my phone´s already unlocked, s-off, via revolutionary, recovery flashed (RA-MECHA-3.06-getitnowmarketing), also if you can give me some advices, pointers, recomendations about best roms, recoveries, etc,etc, i would very much appreciate it, thank you very much in advance to you all.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] es0tericcha0s:
Different phone, network, and generation of phone. So, no, this wouldn't work the same. There's a forum here for your phone, surely you'd find more info there.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
The ThunderBolt does not have GSM capability, so it cannot be unlocked. It might be able to be flashed to a local CDMA carrier, if you can find someone with the knowledge to do so
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] d21d3q:
Solved:

Part of problem was with driver. Google USB driver wasn't enough. I had to install HTC Sync (wth drivers), and then uninstall it leaving drivers only.

After this RUU saw phone, but it stuck in sending update. I had to downgrade hboot to have some progress.

I suggest to update first post with those clues.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] ask4unlock:
hi plz help me to unlock my phone i new at htc platform

after tried whole day i reached at root

now i had rooted , custom recovery and bootloader unlocked phone

but i cant able to s off my phone plzz help me

tempered

unlocked

M7_WLS PVT SHIP S-OM RH

HBOOT-1.56.0000

RADIO-1.00.20.1108

OPENDSP-V32.120.274.0909

OS-4.06.651.9

EMMC-BOOT 2048MB

FEB 25 2014,21.52.07.0

THIS MY BOOLOADER SCREEN SIR
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
No must need any S-OFF for unlock M7 Sprint device. If you want to be S-OFF in another thingh, so can use only "SunShine" not free.

Always post you "Getvar all" from fastboot mode erasing Serial and imei

Regards;)
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] ask4unlock:
i cant understand sunshine how to get this

---------- Post added at 08:45 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:38 AM ----------

simply i want to unlock my device from sprint
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
[MENTION=6394662]ask4unlock[/MENTION], you write:

ok, read first post of this thread and find how to.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] ask4unlock:
bro i had readed carefully but i am stuck at s off thats i am asking help
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
You not have read "Carefully" becouse there are 2 type of procedure in first page, with S-OFF and with S-On, if you want only Unlock you Htc M7 Sprint NO need any S-Off.

The link are been wrote for to be clicked, turn back in first page and use procedure for S-ON user.

This link: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2386703 you not have read how others, so start with read carefully first thead.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] ask4unlock:
getting error 3 by this way

any help about this now getting error 3
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] vanito:
Use search button or find by yourself WHY you have this error, is all explained very good, not to be lazy and search how solve this error, assure you that the solution exists just search... bye bye
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] ask4unlock:
bro if you realy want to help me plzz provide link and detail that will be appreciated because i am new at htc platform as i told you so dont know more about errors and rom .ruu nothing plzz provide a guide and help me to unlock plzz
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] es0tericcha0s:
I'm quite confused why you are asking for a guide on how to unlock - ON the thread about unlocking your phone. You're either going to have to put in the effort and read more than just the first post or you should find someone local that you could pay to help. Guaranteed all the info you need is in this thread or in the subforum here for the phone. Most people aren't keen on helping those that won't help themselves. I understand you are new and this stuff is confusing at first but all the more reason to put in work and research what needs to be done as this is a major modification of the phone and should be treated with care.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] mesc2345:
Can I keep using my sprint plan after unlock?

I think this question is very important, I haven't seen it so far: So I have a plan on sprint and also I travel a lot to Europe, so I want to use any SIM plan over there in Europe, but when I come back i want to keep using my Sprint plan, question: Can I keep using my device on my plan on the sprint network after following all step and unlock the sim?

I already S-Off, I'm ready to downgrate the SO, but I don't want to continue until I know the answer of my question.

Thanks!
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] iBowToAndroid:
Yes the phone can have dual functionality. Downgrading is not needed. Read the thread.
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] mesc2345:
Thanks for your time.

my OS version is 5.05, are you sure I don't have to downgrade? can you please point me to the right thread? I know the "am start com.redbend.vdmc/com.htc.omadm.test.TestMainActivity" command is not going to work on my system.

Here is my version:

Thanks!
[Sprint HTC One (M7)] mesc2345:
Hi iBow! thanks for helping me.

I downloaded the DeOdex ROM "m7wls_Stock_Rooted_5.03.651.3_DeOdex_Full.zip" but I'm getting a problem when flashing "FAILED (remote: 24 parsing android-info fail)", My question is: is that the right DeOdex file? or am I using the wrong one?

I also tried to install the "Sprint_HTC_One_m7wls_1.29.651.10_RUU" but I get the 155 Error.

Thanks!!!

---------- Post added at 05:45 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:24 PM ----------

Hi Ruben! if u can give me a hand, tanks for your time,

I have the same problem you had. At the end what did you do to finally solve your problem?

Right now I got an error when flashing DeOdex ROM "m7wls_Stock_Rooted_5.03.651.3_DeOdex_Full.zip " error: "FAILED (remote: 24 parsing android-info fail)". I also tried to install the "Sprint_HTC_One_m7wls_1.29.651.10_RUU" but I get the 155 Error.

SO at this point I don't know what to do :(

Thanks!!!

UPDATE: I did it! I had to downgrade several times:

1. I started in:

Hboot: 1.57

OS: 5.05

2. Downgrade to:

Hboot: 1.57

OS: 5.03.651.3

2. Downgrade again to:

Hboot: 1.44

OS: 1.29.651.10