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[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
They would not unlock it if you paid full price from sprint either .....has to be on the account for 90 days ...and Bill has to be up to date etc ... they don't have to unlock it ... they do it only because some sprint people actually travel and it's nice to be able to pop a sim in ....vzw only had unlocked phones because they have to from fcc .... Maybe people should just buy a gsm phone if they want use it on gsm

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[Sprint LG G3] infernosoft:
They also limit the number of phones you can unlock per year. I travel a lot and have a lot of phones so it's frustrating for people like me who like to use their CDMA phone as their int'l GSM phone as well...
[Sprint LG G3] twan2001:
Maybe you should stop being a ****... I won it in a contest.
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
Guess i will be a **** Again....may as well sell it and buy another because you won't use it on gsm without Sprint unlocking it...:D:D:D

All i said was just for your information but i truly don't care if you ever get to use the phone...

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[Sprint LG G3] dmband64:
I think you are just missing the point. It would be much more practical if every phone was unlocked for cdma or gsm use like the Nexus 5 is. I have a Nexus 5 I bought from Sprint and it runs on Att right out of the box. This is how all phones should be. I happen to have Sprint and Att accounts and its great to be able to swap phones between them without a huge hassle.
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
I am not missing the point this is a 600 dollar phone and these people want to get it cheap and unlock it instead of paying more for it .... it's people trying to rip off these companies ... the full price of this phone is right at 600 but you can get it with bad esn for like 200 ... it's just people being cheap

There are threads just like this on note 3 s4 S5 g2 etc for sprint all the same

The Nexus from Google was 400 to start out off contract

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[Sprint LG G3] infernosoft:
Yup, since wireless companies don't rip off consumers.... ?
[Sprint LG G3] dmband64:
Agree to disagree I guess. If I pay 600 for a phone or 200 for a phone I want freedom to use it how I want. LG did it with the nexus 5 so why not with every other phone. Wouldn't you rather have options instead of constrictions? Lastly, I would love to rip off the carriers because they are ripping us all off. [emoji2]
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
It really has nothing to do with LG .... Google wanted the Nexus 5 like that.... if all g3 were the same it would be great for LG ... no need to retool the assembly line or different software etc but the different carriers are the ones that mess that up. .. the only way to stop it would be government regulations that say they have to sell unlocked phones and it would move to a system like Europe basically a bring your own device. .... but sprint and others subsidize these phones and people get them for 99 bucks vs 600 and they will continue to lock them and charge etf fees

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[Sprint LG G3] jh1521:
Sprint will unlock the SIM for international/foreign SIMs for you if you ask them nicely, see my thread

http://xdaforums.com/lg-g3/help/g3-sprint-sim-locked-unlocked-locked-t2814424

They say that it's impossible to unlock for domestic SIMs.
[Sprint LG G3] infernosoft:
Very nice. Thanks for sharing this!
[Sprint LG G3] jrccomputer:
What about companies that will unlock you're phone?? Saw a couple saying they unlock LG G3's
[Sprint LG G3] jh1521:
Here's Sprint's unlocking policy in case you haven't found it yet.

http://www.sprint.com/legal/unlocking_policy.html

Also, this procedure for obtaining your MSL on the G2 also works on the Sprint G3 (verified by me)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2521276
[Sprint LG G3] jainanshal:
Sorry for my ignorance, but what can the MSL be used for?
[Sprint LG G3] ClassickWORLD:
Not working

That method doesn't work bro.
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
Yes method using basic flasher and lg drivers works just fine make sure you follow directions to the T ....

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[Sprint LG G3] ClassickWORLD:
Doesn't work.

Nope doesn't work. I'm on the latest ZV4. ##443336772# does absolutely nothing. And to use basic flasher you have to have the phone in DM mode... And u need the MSL for that in the first place. So you would need the MSL to connect to a program that you are using to find the MSL. See where I'm getting at? Anyways, I just called sprint and got the MSL and now my phone is flashed over to Page Plus. #Win
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
I used basic flasher to get msl i guess you can't follow directions so you just say it doesn't work..... It does work

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[Sprint LG G3] infernosoft:
Did you just ask for the msl and they gave it to you?
[Sprint LG G3] ClassickWORLD:
You can't connect to basic flasher without first having the MSL. You need the MSL to put your phone in diag mode, in order for the basic flasher tool to connect to your phone in the first place. But whatever.

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Yea bro. If you can't get it, PM me and I will help you out.
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
Why don't you try it....you don't need msl to put phone into diag mode.... Dial ##diag# and hit enable...bingo done...it works but like i said you must not follow directions

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[Sprint LG G3] infernosoft:
So now that DIAG mode is enabled, now what?
[Sprint LG G3] ClassickWORLD:
Diag mode asks for the Service Code (which is the MSL) on my phone bro. It will not let me enable it without it. I guess it's hit or miss with different phones.
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
It really ask for msl on your phone when i hit disable on other page it takes me right too here

It was this way on g2 also weird.

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[Sprint LG G3] ClassickWORLD:
You can now connect your phone to programs such as QPST, DFS, CDMA Workshop, etc. These enable you to flash to Page Plus, Cricket, Boost Mobile, etc.

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Yea I forgot the G2 did that too. My bad. Some ask for the code and some don't. I guess it depends on whether your phone has been activated or not. I cant enable DIAG without the MSL. Here is the screenshot.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/i6vmdt9wvpm15z8/Screenshot_2014-07-22-21-59-21.png
[Sprint LG G3] Epix4G:
Wow... Didn't know that...your phone not activated?

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[Sprint LG G3] jainanshal:
Can someone try if this will work on the Sprint G3?

SIM-Unlock Sprint XT1056 Moto X GSM **NOW U.S. TOO!**
[Sprint LG G3] BretonGirl:
From Sprint's unlocking policy:

I am a former Sprint customer or was never a Sprint customer but have purchased a Sprint device from a third party other than Sprint. Can I get the MSL code?

For individuals owners who can provide the telephone number last associated with the device, Sprint may be able to provide the applicable MSL Code if the account associated with the device is in good standing (service or installment contract fulfilled, payments are current, no write-off balance, not associated with a phone sent to collections, phone not reported lost or stolen, etc.).
[Sprint LG G3] jainanshal:
Does the same policy apply for unlocking the SIM slot for international use? In the statement it talks about getting the MSL code, but I believe unlocking SIM slot is different?

Also, how would this work if the has never been activated? I see so many phones on ebay which claim to be never activated & clean ESN.
[Sprint LG G3] cairui505:
the msl code is only important for cmda user, not for GSM. rooted and edit build.porp GSM done .but if you want CDMA working you need to diag without msl code. for me i can do it ,but after that the tools like DFS QPST can't connected to COM PORT ,DFS shows COM destoryed..... i have no idea for it ...
[Sprint LG G3] jainanshal:
Are you sure just editing build.prop gets GSM unlock?

I am in Canada but want to buy Sprint G3 in Gold (no one else has it in Gold :( ), holding off just because i havn't seen anything about GSM unlock yet on web & I don't think I'll be able to get it done directly from Sprint since I'm not their customer.
[Sprint LG G3] jrccomputer:
If I get my MSL code how do I use it??
[Sprint LG G3] hatlesssandman:
So I Was able to get my G3 unlocked after going through some hoops with Sprint customer service. I was wondering now that my g3 is unlocked can i imei swap my old iPhone 5 back to my current number? Basically i used my dad's upgrade to get the g3 as he was content with his iPhone 5 and i Will be using this phone abroad (overseas medical student). My question was will I lose my unlock if I take this g3 off the account and put my dad's iPhone back on? Or is the unlock permanent regardless of what i do now with the phone?
[Sprint LG G3] jrccomputer:
The unlock should remain
[Sprint LG G3] csansom:
Usually the 'UNLOCK' that Sprint will give only allows international GSM SIM cards. I've never heard of them fully unlocking it so you could use a TMO or ATT SIM domestically.
[Sprint LG G3] cairui505:
i am not sure for it. if u got the phone you can try it. i got the unlock ls995 LS980.and i think it will work.
[Sprint LG G3] BretonGirl:
According to their unlocking policy, they will, but they do not guarantee the device will be fully operational on GSM:

I've been told by another carrier that Sprint needs to unlock my SIM slot in order to use my phone on the other carrier's network.

For eligible devices, Sprint will unlock the SIM slot, to the extent that a device SIM slot is capable of being unlocked. It is important to note that not all devices are capable of being unlocked, often because of the manufacturers' device designs, and that even for those devices capable of being unlocked, not all device functionality may be capable of being unlocked. Specifically, devices manufactured with a SIM slot within the past three years (including, but not limited to, all Apple iPhone devices), cannot be unlocked to accept a different domestic carrier's SIM for use on another domestic carrier's network. Sprint has no technological process available to do this. In accordance with Sprint's voluntary commitment contained within CTIA's Consumer Code for Wireless Service (“Unlocking Commitment”), Sprint is working to ensure that all devices developed and launched on or after February 11, 2015 are capable of being unlocked domestically.

If my device is unlocked, does that mean I will be able to use it with a different carrier?

Even if unlocked, Sprint devices will not necessarily work on another carrier’s network. Whether an unlocked Sprint device can be used on another carrier’s network is subject to that carrier’s policies and network compatibilities. Even if a different carrier will activate a Sprint device on its network, Sprint does not make any guarantees as to a Sprint device’s performance on another carrier’s network or that any or all device features or functionalities will be fully or partially operational. Although a phone manufacturer may manufacture the same device model and name for different wireless carriers offering wireless service in the United States, Sprint devices are specifically designed to function on Sprint’s network and Sprint’s frequencies and technologies.

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Did you bother to read the unlocking policy that was linked to in this thread?

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No, the MSL code is required to unlock the phone so it can be used on networks other than Sprint's. Read the unlock policy that was linked to in this thread, they explain things very well.
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
Unlock Sprint G3 LS990

Hi.

How can I unlock LG LS990 Sprint for non-us GSM carrier?

Does anyone have a method of LG LS980?
[Sprint LG G3] cairui505:
did the ls990 rooted?
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
LG LS990

Yes.
[Sprint LG G3] cairui505:
if you rooted edit build.porp like g2 see if the GSM can work
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
Unclo

Are you sure? Have you already tried?
[Sprint LG G3] cairui505:
i don't already have the phone yet . how did you root it?
[Sprint LG G3] Boxy52:
I'm in the same boat. Wondering if I should buy the Gold Sprint G3.

I'm sure there will be an unlock in the future, the only thing that's stopping me is LTE.

As far as I am aware, and according to the official LG Specifications, the Sprint G3 only supports LTE bands 25/26/41 which run at 800/1900/2500.

None of those LTE bands are available in Canada, unfortunately :(

In Canada we only have LTE bands 4/7/17 which run at 1700/2600/700 respectively. So if in some way we were able to unlock the Sprint G3, we could never get LTE.
[Sprint LG G3] jainanshal:
You are right, Sprint one won't have LTE in Canada. I was mistaking the Verizon model bands for Sprint (which has B4 & B17) & assuming it'll work here. Then actually D855 is a better option as its available in Gold & at least supports B7, although I doubt it'll be very useful as penetration power of 2600MHz anyways sucks.
[Sprint LG G3] Boxy52:
Ah but the VZW model is a whole other monster and it does not seem to support UMTS bands (according to LG spec sheet again). Which would mean that everytime we lost our LTE signal inside a building, we'd be stuck with EDGE speeds. At least I THINK that's what's happening.

Although honestly, with the way Sprint phones are being priced (BNIB on Craigslist etc) it might be worth taking the hit for no LTE. I mean, it's not like we're going to be downloading 1GB+ files anyway cause Canadian data rates suck *** haha.
[Sprint LG G3] jainanshal:
Verizon model does have supported UMTS bands 850 & 1900, source. But only if you can bear the big ugly Verizon logo on the front.

You are right on the Sprint price thing but only if you'r picking it up in the US & get it back here without any taxes. If buying from ebay, shipping, taxes & conversion doesn't leave much to save & on top of that there's still no sign of root & there's almost no chance of unlock without root. If buying Sprint one, I would wait till root is out & someone has success modifying the build.prop for unlock.
[Sprint LG G3] Boxy52:
Wait... the VZW has UMTS!?!?!

I've been in the states the past 2 months and am leaving in a week. If this is all true then I am going to pick up a VZW for cheap (they're only slightly more expensive than Sprint currently) especially since VZW phones are unlocked due to an FCC regulation. Thanks for that piece of info!!!

EDIT:

How come the official LG Spec sheet does not confirm this? :( This makes me sad.

http://www.lg.com/us/support/products/documents/eSpec_Sheet_LG_G3_Verizon.pdf
[Sprint LG G3] gohanmoka:
I might buy the Sprint G3 from some one. How would I get it to run on Straight Talk ?
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
Root LS990

Root don't work on LS990 ZV4. Wait ...
[Sprint LG G3] chivamex10:
So I want the gold G3 but I have t-mobile. If I go to sprint and buy it outright they won't unlock it huh?

And even if they did there's no guarantee that it will have LTE. Why does the crappiest carrier get the exclusive color? I dont get it...

I looked to see if any website will provide an unlock code and the only one that had sprint was this site: http://www.unlockallcellular.com/unlock-code-p-201826.html

Dunno if its legit or not
[Sprint LG G3] cervantesmx:
If I was really desperate and needed my phone unlocked, I'd give those guys a shot. They seem legit enough, for $13 bucks, meh, why not?
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
LG LS990 Sprint Unlock Code

Hi.

How do I enter the unlock code for phone LG G3 LS990 US Sprint?

When I insert a SIM card, nothing happens.

Invalid SIM card.

Thx.
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
13$ Unlock code

Not support LG G3 Sprint. Updated.
[Sprint LG G3] Assamat:
Hi,

I have found this website:

cdmatool com

(Sorry, I cannot post links as a new user)

They say, they can unlok LS990

I have verified this in the chat.

But the software costs 75$ a year.

Can someone proof, if this runs?
[Sprint LG G3] csansom:
Just call Sprint. They will give you your MSL code, no problem.

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Dude, you don't enter an unlock code for Sprint. Right now the way Sprint works with unlocking is by sending an update to your phone. They do not have you enter an unlock code like the VZ phones do. Sprint will send you a GSM unlock to your phone to accept International carriers SIMs, but they will not send one that will unlock the GSM for domestic carriers. Maybe the new 'cell phone unlock' bill that Obama just signed into law will change that, but right now Sprint will not do it. Sprint will give you your MSL if you call them. You can try to unlock it yourself by rooting the phone (Sprint G3 root is not available as of today's date) and making some edits to some system files, or maybe you can flash your phone to VZ or ATT and then get an unlock code and enter it in via the phone.
[Sprint LG G3] gohanmoka:
Now it ha been rooted how long do you think it will take for the GM to be unlocked ?
[Sprint LG G3] csansom:
Sweet, now that it's rooted you can probably now try the build.prop edits. We are still probably going to need the bootloader unlocked (and all the posts I'm seeing is that may only be another week away). A permanent GSM SIM unlock procedure for the G3 is probably going to mirror what was done for the G2 from this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2655133
[Sprint LG G3] AlanVenu:
Bro i did tried the permanent unlock but unfortunately it did not worked. Build.Prop edit method gave me bootloops . Flashing tot atm. Hope its all gonna be back to normal :(

EDIT:

Flashing Tot did not work, now i am stuck in a purple screen with the following text in the screen "Factory Reset Status 2" . So try not to get your g3 screwed will a method to flash back to stock is out.
[Sprint LG G3] thinh182009:
Factory Reset Status 2 contac me
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
GSM for LS990

got news about GSM Unlock?

:fingers-crossed:
[Sprint LG G3] csansom:
Maybe.....

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=54925126&postcount=1
[Sprint LG G3] anatoli@inbox.ru:
GSM for LS990

I did not find the answer there.
[Sprint LG G3] Assamat:
It was possible for me to unlock my phone, I have opened a thread here:

http://xdaforums.com/sprint-lg-g3/general/unlock-sim-gsm-how-to-t2853594
[Sprint LG G3] petnvet:
How to unlock lg ls990 sprint USA

Originally Posted by anatoli@inbox.ru

Hi.

How do I enter the unlock code for phone LG G3 LS990 US Sprint?

When I insert a SIM card, nothing happens.

Invalid SIM card.

Thx.
[Sprint LG G3] qiuness:
So from what i've read ... if you buy a Sprint locked phone in Europe, your best chance is Sprint cutomer service?
[Sprint LG G3] rishidhar:
Read some of the other threads on this forum. GSM Unlock has been achieved for sprint lg g3's.

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http://xdaforums.com/sprint-lg-g3/general/unlock-sim-gsm-how-to-t2853594/page6
[Sprint LG G3] nmccord:
can u help

Well can u give me a link to one would be a big help i just got my phone today service sucks lol
[Sprint LG G3] wirelessdimensionsnc:
Okay just for starts let me begin by saying that if YOU had done your research you wouldn't be so discouraging to the OP. Don't forget that we are here as a forum to help each other and to share information not to criticize. That being said, yes you can unlock the LG G3 from Sprint. I have successfully unlocked several G3 on KitKat using the same method as it's little brother the G2. Some android file managers don't work with 4.4.2 but the one I use is Droid Explorer for Windows 8.1. It can also be used with Windows 7. Don't get frustrated when using it though it may take some time to find the correct directories if you are not familiar with root explorers.

Requirements:

This link: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2655133

1)Edit (Most recent Root method. Be sure to thank the true bad asses that deserve the thanks)http://xdaforums.com/lg-g3/orig-development/root-stump-root-lg-g3-sprint-verizon-t2850906

I sometimes have a difficult time finding the correct su.apk installer in Play Store (Look for the big blue and silver "S" in Play) so alternatively you can adb sideload su.zip this one found here: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/59491590/su.zip

2) Be able to "patiently and carefully" follow instructions

That's it! Do not thank me, thank the appropriate person(s). This is not my work

If you need your MSL get this apk here: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/59491590/spcutility/MSL.apk

Hope this helped. That is the point the this forum after all.
[Sprint LG G3] wirelessdimensionsnc:
Get MSL using this apk

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/59491590/spcutility/MSL.apk

Directions:

connect to wifi if you don't have internet connection

enable USB debugging

check unknown sources

install apk

open apk

select "get MSL"

you're welcome
[Sprint LG G3] meyerweb:
This doesn't seem to work on my Sprint G3. The screen says "Read SPC" instead of "Get MSL", and when I click on the button it gives me an error message.
[Sprint LG G3] wirelessdimensionsnc:
MSL

If it's a GSM version not CDMA the MSL/SC should be all 0's. At least in US models anyway. T-mobile and AT&T are all 0's.

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Also forgot that it does say read spc. They are the same thing
[Sprint LG G3] wirelessdimensionsnc:
Also forgot that it does say read spc. They are the same thing
[Sprint LG G3] meyerweb:
Yes, the same. But it still doesn't seem to work on my Sprint G3.
[Sprint LG G3] wirelessdimensionsnc:
Are you connected to WiFi? That app works on every phone I flash. You can also Google 16digit password for LG g3. Use DFS CDMA tool and you should be able to get it like that. Also if you have CDMA Workshop (paid version) you can get it that way too. It's only $108 and pays for itself over and over again. If you want to wait until Monday I can team viewer with you and help you out. wirelessdimensionsnc@gmail.com
[Sprint LG G3] meyerweb:
I've tried it on WiFi and on LTE. I'm rooted, and in case that was the issue I tried root cloak, but no change. This is what I get. I'll stop by a Sprint store that has a repair center later this week and see if they'll give it to me. They gave me the one for my Galaxy S3 last year.
[Sprint LG G3] bandit420:
They are legit. just one caveat. Must be in "diagnose" mode

I have an LS990 I just rooted but i'm still locked out and cannot use CDMAtool until I get the service code.
[Sprint LG G3] meyerweb:
See post 4 in this thread for how to get your MSL (if that's what you mean by service code).
[Sprint LG G3] zikario507:
after read the post #4... maybe you try to unlock the ls990
[Sprint LG G3] macschwag14:
Sorry to bump an old thread. I read through it but am unclear whether there's been a solution. Does rooting the phone, getting the MSL through the apk link provided, and then running it through CDMAtool enable the phone to run on US GSM networks?

I recently bought a US version of the G3 from a guy on Craigslist. It's Sprint branded and has a clean EIN. I'd like to change the APN and use it on Straight Talk, which uses AT&T's GSM signal.

Thanks!
[Sprint LG G3] 1619415:
http://xdaforums.com/sprint-lg-g3/development/rom-sprgsm-v1-stock-rooted-tweaks-mods-t3107273
[Sprint LG G3] Android.Dev99:
Unlocking by installing custom rom ?

Hi everyone i'm new to this i just want to now that if i install CM 12.1 d855 on my Sprint LG G3 LS990, will it be unlocked for GSM use ? Thanks for helping !