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[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
Payment block does not matter when unlocking a phone for a different carrier. That applies no matter what carrier it is.

As far as lost/stolen, there's *always* something that can be done... Just have to know who to ask ;)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bebop707:
Has anybody tried this on a sprint note 4 on 4.4.4?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MM.Android81:
help help.. if you can that is lol.

OK, so I am new here but not new to mods and root, even got evo v to be evo 3d full s-off..:good:

Anyway I am posting here needing help with my N900p.. Have been trying for MONTHS to get it domestic unlocked for At&t Straight Talk.. to no avail..

Have done many things to it, even had to use the pit file a few times in the process.. (am so glad for that file).

I have followed this #1 post to the letter countless times on all but the original 4.3 FW, and after getting my L720T yes the T model onto straight talk, I am feeling I am at a loss on getting the N900P onto it..

I have Already tripped knox with cf-auto, but cant seem to get the Domestic to unlock fully.:eek:

If anyone is willing to try and walk me through a proper unlocking for this phone I would be very happy.

I can flash anything from NAB to NK4. I have all the firmwares, and seperated modems MI3 and MJ4. I also have the SSU.apk and GT3.0.8/gt3.1.2.apk files
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bebop707:
It seems like I tried everything too and could not get my net10 sim to work either which takes the exact same apn as the straight talk, a simple mobile sim shows full signal but when i stick the net10 sim in it shows for like 30 seconds and then shows no signal. I recently purchased another note 3 for sprint and a note 4 im going to try all this with unless somebody else has already tried
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] shadowcliffs:
Anyone on MJ4 updated to the official Lollipop?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
Hey everyone. Been a while since I've participated in this thread, but I have some (hopefully) good news for you users on straight talk with sm-n900p!

I was going to town the other day, and figured I'd tinker with some network settings, and all of a sudden, 4G popped up :) I haven't messed with any NV items to enable more bands, but I did mess around with hidden menu (*#0011# in dialer)

Here is proof, band 25 4G on straight talk carrier, sm-n900p.sorry about the font, really hard to read if you're not used to it. All caps doesn't help.

Any questions, I'll do my best to help. The reason of this posting, is because it has been said many times that this device doesn't support straight talk (at&t) 4G, well, it does :D

EDIT: Didn't realize flashlight blocked the goodies in notification panel. Here is another screenshot, but power menu doesn't quite disappear before screen capture.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] djprince2001:
Hey guys

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Dial ##3282#...it will ask your. Msl code..plug it in and edit all your settings..don't know if this will help
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] shadowcliffs:
Do you know if it supports T-mobile 4G LTE?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
I am not sure buddy, I didn't think it was possible on at&t towers either. This is on band 25 that i get LTE with Straight Talk. I was thinking about editing NV items with qxdm and qpst before and try to actually enable more bands to connect to LTE bands 4 and 17. I didn't quite get there, and don't have a lot of free time, so I gave up on that for now.

I have been unlocked and on Straight Talk for about a year or so, and this is the 1st time I've seen LTE pop up on it. I don't get 4g at home, only when I go into town. I moved a few states over, so maybe there is better coverage here.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
I have found that having the GSM SIM in the phone when you do the steps works the best.

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The reason you're getting LTE is because AT&T recently started running it on 1900 (band 25) and that's the only LTE band that the phone supports
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
I figured it was something along those lines. I can't complain, was super stoked to see it pop up! Thanks for the info.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] mysteryblank:
I'm selling mine with this all done if anybody is interested.

Just gotta pop in the Sim card and edit your APNs and done.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] DroidTuner:
Hello all, so I just unlocked and root a sprint note 3 using these directions. Works Great!!! .Was wondering what compatible roms can I install on this phone?

Does the roms have to be a sprint rom? Or can I use like a att/t-mobile rom?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] lord dredd:
Head towards the development section of sprint note3 and check which rom appeals to you . its always advisable to use the sprint Roms on sprint variant and likewise on others too.

So even if its Gsm unlocked and you are using it on att , you are better off with sprint Roms.

If you can follow the directions to the T then sac 23 s note 4 port is a sick setup . the best I have ever used .

Sent from THE NOTE 3 .. size matters and so does the battery backup .....
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Hitokiri-Snake:
I'm on MJ4 and I took the official Lollipop OTA. The OTA will flash the OC5 modem and you will see the invalid sim message, but your device will still be unlocked. All you have to do is odin the MJ4 modem back to your phone, and everything will be working again.

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Has anyone been able to get to the hidden menu while on stock lollipop? I want to try to enable LTE and see if I get band 25 in my area, but I don't want to have to downgrade back to kitkat and go through the whole process again.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
I'm on a note 4 lollipop port, and to get to service menu, I need to hit *#0011# in phone dialer. This will take you to menu.

Then hit menu-softkey-> key input-> Q

then menu-> key input->0000

It may take a few seconds, but you will be taken to hidden menu. Should be the same on your ROM.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
This doesn't make any sense.

1. You can't OTA directly from 100% stock MJ4 to OC5 - you have to do all the updates inbetween too

2. You can't use a 4.3 modem on anything above 4.4.2 - the phone will bootloop.

Can you clarify a bit please?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] eric303:
Hey guys anyone know how to access the secret menu on lollipop? i'm in the service mode, and i've tried Q followed by 0000, also tried 1 and 2 and back and waited like the s4, none of it seems to work.

thanks
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Hitokiri-Snake:
I didn't mean that I took the OC5 update directly from MJ4. I did all of the sim unlocking on NH7 firmware with the MJ4 modem, then I odined to stock NK4 and took the OC5 update, and then I used odin to flash the MJ4 modem again. It does not bootloop for me. If I remember correctly, I had some bootloops when trying to use the MJ4 modem on the NH7 firmware, but I think I got it to stop by getting into settings as quick as possible and switching the mobile network from CDMA to GSM. It has been months since that happened, and It never did it again. Sorry if it doesn't make sense to you, but that's what is working for me.

Edit: I've added some screenshots for proof.

[IMG="About 1"]http://i1040.photobucket.com/albums/b409/neobonzu/Screenshot_2015-04-28-21-08-00-11_zpslovdglrl.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG="About 2"]http://i1040.photobucket.com/albums/b409/neobonzu/Screenshot_2015-04-28-21-08-41-11_zpsu0ymuzyj.jpg[/IMG]
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
Code hasn't changed. It's been the same since 4.3
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Element1758:
Thanks! This worked for me.... now i'm running t-mobile :) Also I was able to run PAC-ROM LP Beta1 with MJ4 (I was doing it with MI3 too). I just followed the instructions here then dirty flashed pac rom.

Thanks again for the guide!!!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
Settings,General,Active this Device, when it's done hit the menu button select PST.

If it didn't work get GT app run and click on IOHiddenMenu. And try again.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Tilde88:
Can you direct me to somewhere that states that?

Also, I have been domestic unlocked on my Sprint N3 for as long as the method has been out. Is there anything extra I must to to enable Band 25 LTE? (I'm on Cricket, which uses AT&T for everything).

TIA
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
http://www.cellularmaps.com/att_850_1900.shtml
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Rickinsav:
Flashed to Page Plus - want Sprint back

** I am just starting to search for solutions to my issue - if I really even have one. I've been a Verizon customer for years and this is a new ball of wax: I just picked up a Sprint Note 3 that was flashed to work on Page Plus (Verizon towers), but the guy that I got it from said that it would Roam and he would miss calls - like it would go back to hunting for Sprint if the signal strength was low. He really didn't know what was going on - he bought this from a local store that shouldn't have sold it to him in the first place. When I talked to one of the guys at the store, they said it was flashed to Page Plus and that if I want it to work back on Sprint I was going to have to figure it out myself. I figured they "flashed" a new radio, but not sure. I've got to get back to the device and see. I know its on 4.4.2 and shows the Sprint bootlogo and just downloaded and is prompting me for an OTA update.

Will NJ4 and that dial code restore Sprint? Any ideas?

Thanks for your help!

Rick
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
Take the ota upgade. If an problems reboot into recovery and wipe/factory restore the phone.

If you think you'll want to use GSM run SSU app before the upgrade to lollipop.

If none of that works Oden a stock rom 4.4.4 would be a good place to start. ( what the other guy said ) ;')
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
From what I've seen with CDMA flashed phones, the MEID is altered to a non-4G one in order to obtain service. That will make the IMEI certification fail, which will deny you signal even if you unlock the phone. Check Settings->About Phone->Status to see if the MEID and IMEI match.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Mrhunter13:
just a little note u do not need to use the region away app to do the unlock for gsm
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bftiedt:
I flashed a custom 5.0 rom and did a factory reset because im selling the phone. After the restet the phone goes back to picking up sprint first. any way around this or anyone know a way to set it back from within the custom rom?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
Well all you have to do is change the network mode. But do it via the service menu - that way, the changes will still stick even after a reset, and your buyer won't have to do it again themselves.

Protip: flash a GSM ROM next time. Problem solved.

Double protip: Unlock can be done on stock Lollipop - no need for a ROM if you want Lollipop. Now, if you just plain old wanna have a custom ROM, that's another story...
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bftiedt:
Thank you! do i need to flash a gsm custom rom? I just realized last night i could unlock on stock lollipop so i may give that a shot also.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
Well technically a custom ROM is any ROM that can be flashed in recovery. But you could flash a 100% stock GSM ROM - could even be unrooted (though that's rare). You don't *need* a ROM - the unlock can be done on any stock Sprint software. But doing a ROM would basically eliminate the possibility of the buyer screwing up anything. Even the Sprint dialer codes wouldn't work anymore, so no chance of the unlock being undone, unless they flashed a 4.4+ modem or full software package. Would even survive a hard reset. And would have all the Sprint crap bloat gone. When I sell unlocked Sprint phones, I always flash them with a ROM and then restore stock recovery so the buyer can't screw up anything via TWRP. Completely up to you though... Could also leave it on stock and manually get rid of Sprint bloat, etc.

I would be honest and advertise the lack of OTA updates as well as no LTE, though.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bftiedt:
for the people who got lte band working on att what exactly did you do, if anything to get it working?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
They didn't do anything. They just happen to be lucky to live in an area where AT&T has turned on 1900 MHz LTE
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] bftiedt:
thats what i was thinking but just wanted to make sure. All i could get on mine was 3g data until I changed to LTE/GSM in the service menu. now it picks up H+ pefect.

On a side note [MENTION=3163377]iBowToAndroid[/MENTION] , Im now on the hunt for a qualcomm Rom to flash :)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
Install KK, root, run ssu apk, take the OTA Loolipop. Change radio to MJ4, root, do the hidden menu thing, add apn.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Quantum_Subnet:
If my phone already has lollipop am I screwed to do this unlock method? Or can I flash back from 5 To 4.4?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
Root, make a backup. Get GT app working for apns and SSU unlock and Hidden menu settings. Flash MJ4 modem and your good to go.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] j.brown419:
I can't seem to figure out what to do with the modified hidden menu .jar :( how do I install or use the file?

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Same here, looks like this guy's comment was overlooked.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
Install GT, switch on hidden menu, goto settings, general and click activate this device when it stops, hit the menu button, then PST.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] j.brown419:
I am sorry, what is GT and PST, I am not great with acronyms lol
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
I believe GT = Galaxy Tools. This program gives easy access to the hidden menu. Sounds like PST is an option in the menu.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] j.brown419:
Gotcha, so GT can be downloaded in the play store?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Moritzio:
Here:

http://xdaforums.com/note-3-sprint/themes-apps/app-one-click-hotspot-enabler-menus-t2816159
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
I don't believe so, but a quick search revealed it here on XDA.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2816159
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
You can flash back if you want. But all the info needed to do the unlock on Lollipop is already in the thread
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] j.brown419:
Thanks guys!! Will report back on the successful venture (hopefully).
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ismaeel96:
4/3g

would 4/3g work? i want to use my sprint note 4 on tmobile, i was just wondering if ill get 4g. THNX
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
If T-Mobile has 4G in your area, then yes you should
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ismaeel96:
Thanks for the feedback :D THEY DOO!!!
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Element1758:
When I was using my Sprint Note 3 I was not able to get 4g at all.... I eventually just bought the t-mobile note 4...... you may have better luck then me though :)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
True, I should have put an asterisk next to my last post.

If you're in an area where T-Mo still runs HSPA on 1700 MHz only, you won't get 4G
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] legalmoneygang:
Might help some.. hidden menu on lollipop oc5.

*#0011# press menu > hit back > menu again > hit key input & type a capitol Q > press menu again > key input & enter four zeros 0000 > press ok an wait a couple seconds maybe a minute it will take u to service mode main menu.... Hope it helps.

Question* i have a n900p on tmobile / metropcs i have a 4g by signal bars but my data is very slow less tha 1mb. Any solutions? TIA if you can help
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ndwgs:
Hmm, do I have to worry if the restoring of stock and flash back to sprint modem and the network wont change back to original, even after I did the fix from the #2 of the OP?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] JayTeaSTL:
I few quick questions...

Ive been gone from here for many months. I had read up to about the first 80pages.

But now obviously way behind. I got a 3mo Sprint subscription for my Note 3 for like $35/mo. After 3mo they happily internationally unlocked my M900P Note 3 when I told then I was taking a trip to Europe.

1) My phone wants me to upgrade to Lollipop. Should I not with having the carrier lock removal in mind?

2) what functionaily might I lose if I do the OP's instructions and can I go back if need be and how hard would that be? I live in Maryland Heights Mo in St Louis county so its pretty metropolitan and my phone currently bounces back and forth between 3g n 4g depending on where I'm at if that helps.

3) will it effect my current Sprint contract/phone after doing the unlock as right now I'm in no hurry to change so not looking forward to any issues at this time.

4) Anything else I might want to know at this point?

I might point out I'm an engineer and generally understood much of what I've read so far but definitely not a phone hacking expert. But I have to say I'm sure glad I found this site as you guys seem to be the most experienced!

Thanks!!!

Jim
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
1. The unlock can be done on any software version, even Lollipop.

2. You don't lose any functionality by unlocking. Calls, texts, data, etc. all work. Data speed/network will depend on your desired GSM carrier's coverage in your area.

3. Unlocking it won't affect your Sprint line. You can easily revert back to full Sprint service
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ttcounts:
Please someone help

NOT!! I GOT IT! Happy Dance!! The stuff in the menu part was a bit confusing but I figured out the problem and it works! Yeah! I thought I was gonna have to buy a new phone ... whew :) 3 days I've spent but

I did not want to give up. Persistence pays :)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] JayTeaSTL:
Thank you so much for the quick reply. I'm already enjoying my lollipop. ;)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
[MENTION=3163377]iBowToAndroid[/MENTION], your are very helpful and informative! Keep it up, I see "recognized contributor" badge in your future. I've learned a lot from reading your posts already :)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
How can I get Sprint to internationally unlock the phone? I bought one from a friend for $40 because the LCD screen was cracked... Got the fixed with some other parts but Sprint doesn't serve our area and I want to use it on Straight Talk.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
You have to have an active sprint account, worked for me then I ditched em. You can use the SSU app if you're in the USA I believe, here on XDA.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
The phone was on an active sprint account - the person i got it from dropped it and busted the LCD screen and gave it to me. I fixed it and want to use it on a different carrier as sprint doesn't serve up here.

So if the phone isnt on an active account they won't unlock it?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
My guess is no. The account holder has to convince sprint to internationally unlock it via OTA update, then domestic unlock is easy after that. If you are in the USA, search for the SSU thread. It worked for me on another note 3 in a similar situation.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
Is that another way to unlock it or what is it?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
If you are not on lollipop, yes. That is all the information I have to help, thread here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2928250

This is only a domestic unlock though, hence why I keep saying if your in the USA it should work. If on lollipop, you will need to downgrade to unlock, then do whatever you please.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
I've got it rooted and was going to install a custom rom. I am in the USA.

Where can i get a downgraded rom and if i update rom would i lose unlock
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
There are PLENTY of odin-flashable stock restores here on XDA, just search for it. Flash any version below lollipop, unlock, and yes, the unlock will persist through flashing. It is permanent. You will need to stay on MJ4 modem for the sim card to be recognized though. Some ROMs require newer modems, thus making them incompatible with the unlock. You will need to play around with ROMs and see what works for you
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
I see. I Will look into this. Though i know on my verizon note 3, older modems caused slow speeds and bad coverage.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
There's always a price to pay for a free unlock ;) beggars can't be choosers so to speak
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
If i installed the rom killer kitkat, with the NC5 modem.. would i be able to change the modem to unlock the simcard still?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
Yes. I am on a note 4 ported lollipop ROM currently (in which the creator was banned for signing/locking it I believe) and latest firmware (oc5), with the exception of MJ4 modem. Flash whatever you want, as long as you keep mj4 modem. But as stated before, some ROMs require newer modems, thus making the unlock incompatible (for example: cm12+, AICP, probably AOKP and PAC-ROM too)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
The unlock can be done on any software version. No downgrade required. Yes, even Lollipop. Yes, even factory software
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
I tried it on 4.4.4 and it still didn't work.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
Then you didn't do it correctly...
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
Well what did I do wrong
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
I don't know what you did, so that's hard to say. But I can say that all the info you need is in this thread.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ttcounts:
You seem very knowledgeable so may I ask you ... I unlocked Sprint Note 3 and am now using Cricket. Which Roms can I use? Ones for Sprint or AT&T or another. IT took me 3 days to get the phone to work so I don't want to mess it up again. Any help is much appreciated :)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
SSU app and if on Lollipop GT tools

Will internationally unlock.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] AlpineMan:
Best practice is to use Sprint ROMs on Sprint phones, Verizon ROMs on Verizon phones, etc.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] MattMatt0240:
I was not aware that is can be done on lollipop, may have gotten mixed up with the other thread. Thanks for the info, I bow to you ;)
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ttcounts:
Thank you! I wasn't sure since all sprint stuff is gone. I appreciate it!:D
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
You didn't mention or quote anyone so I'm not sure who that was directed at. But you can use any ROM that will boot on the phone. As long as it doesn't include a modem (and they shouldn't), the unlock will remain. There have been several already mentioned along the way in this thread. For the most part, anything with your same firmware version should work, as long as it's built for a Qualcomm Note 3. I would definitely compatibility with the N900P before flashing anything though

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Lol. Well I certainly need no adulation. My handle is also an iJoke, not necessarily saying that I myself bow. Just clarifying :P
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ZackFearheart:
Internationally unlocked won't do me any good. Unless that will also work domestic.

Where can I find GT tools?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rbeavers:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2816159

(APP) GalaxyTools v3.1.8: HOTSPOT, hidden menus, + LOLLIPOP SUPPORT!!

They claim you don't need international unlock, for the domestic unlock.
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 3] iBowToAndroid:
You don't need Sprint's international unlock, no. Because that's exactly what GT does