[General Topics] supreme83:
Hi all. [MENTION=4428363]stifilz[/MENTION] has been doing a great job holding this down by himself as far as i know and I just want to offer him some help and help folks here in the android community use their devices as they see fit. I've been working on phones and computers for over 17 years and can handle most issues anyone would encounter, just ask. I’m in the CST in US and am probably available to help USA based xda-users during more flexible hours. I’m not going to reinvent the wheel here so most of what follows is literally the same as stifilz post. Literally copy/paste/edit. The same patience and respect for time is required and I’ll do everything I can to help you everyone i can. This is not for commercial use, if I suspect someone has dubious intent, I'll just stop doing this for everyone. This is free for individuals involved in the community. Please do not abuse generosity.

I work on computers and phones professionally, over the years I’ve been immersed in Android on XDA and other sites and want to contribute back to the community in an area where people seem to have limited options and misinformation about what is and isn’t possible..... and plenty of those issues are things we cant discuss on here because of rules(frp(?), password removal,imei stuff, etc), but are definitely issues we all encounter buying used phones. Basically any help i can offer and I have time to do for you, I’ll do, as long as you do your due diligence before-hand, same as [MENTION=4428363]stifilz[/MENTION] requires.. ie>

First, ROOT > Easiest way is CF Auto Root http://autoroot.chainfire.eu

If that isn't available for your version or doesn't work then PLEASE USE SUPERSU http://www.supersu.com/download

Install the latest TWRP for you version https://twrp.me/Devices/(flash TAR under AP using Odin - UNTICK AUTO REBOOT)

Three Button combo to get into recovery(power off, hold volume up, home, and power until recovery boots), then flash latest SuperSU.zip in TWRP.

NB: This is a very basic ROOT guide. Please search here on XDA for further info

All i ask is RESPECT and PATIENCE. (if these are not given then I may CHOOSE not to help you)

Remember this is taking time away from my family and technically some of the same services i offer at work to help YOU! I personally would like to see that you have made posts to xda and are actively participating or seeking answers in the community. I dont know if that’s against the rules. If so, mods, let me know. If it’s not, be sure to include your xda username when you message me.

This is a FREE remote unlock service. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Here we go........

Sim Unlock

Firstly

Please be considerate of my time zone this it CDT https://www.timeanddate.com/time/zones/cdt I am usually available 10AM to 7PM and i will get back to you ASAP.

Contact

Please contact me when you are ready after reading below. Contact 420friendlyjob@gmail.com via Google Hangouts.

If you do not have a reply within 24 hours then please email me with your gmail address on 420friendlyjob@gmail.com and I will add you to hangouts.

Google Hangouts is needed so you can follow directions as I unlock your device. Everyone with a Google accounts has Google Hangouts.

You can access it via hangouts.google.com

Preparation

First, for Samsungs, I’ll need to know your baseband, even for FRP(boot into recovery to access baseband info if frp locked)

Settings>about phone>baseband or boot into recovery mode

LG, HTC, etc build number and update are needed

Phone

Disable FRP by enabling OEM UNLOCK

http://techbeasts.com/how-enable-oem...p-marshmallow/

If you need help with FRP message me

Compatible Samsung models, LG Models, Sprint phones, damn near anything (ROOT REQUIRED FOR T-MOBILE and Sprint - can’t do any app locked phones for free here)

Domestic USA and International unlock

Please ROOT the phone yourself, you can find instructions here on XDA.

To make it faster over the internet please change USB settings

Enable USB debugging

https://xdaforums.com/fir...setup-t2859697

Revoke USB authorization

Developer Settings > Revoke USB authorization

Phone dialer > *#0808# > USB = AP

Phone dialer > *#0808# > USB SETTINGS = DM + ACM + ADB

If the above doesn’t work then try:

Developer Settings > USB Configuration > RNDIS (USB Ethernet)

December firmware patch is OK. i.e BPK6. Please don't use 2017 firmware at this stage

For those that don't know... the 5th to last digit in the firmware is the BOOTLOADER (BL) version. YOU CAN'T GO BACK!!

i.e G920TUVU5EQC2 the BL version is 5 so you can't flash anything less than BL version 5. I need to know your baseband for any samsung phone. LG phones build number will suffice.

Compatible SPRINT Samsung models

Domestic USA and International unlock

Enable USB debugging

https://xdaforums.com/fir...setup-t2859697

Revoke USB authorization

Developer Settings > Revoke USB authorization

Phone dialer > ##3424# >Qualcomm USB settings > DM + ADB + Modem

If the above asks for MSL or doesn’t work then try:

Developer Settings > USB Configuration > RNDIS (USB Ethernet) then we can get MSL to enable the above if you need MSL

PC

You will need a Windows PC for the software. Please ensure you have Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1 or Windows 10.

Windows Vista and XP are NOT RECOMMENDED.

Please download USB Redirector USB Redirector Client and sit it on your desktop NO NEED TO INSTALL ANYTHING, just run and delete when done

Unlock

Open usb redirector and read the prompts

When it ask i’ll provide you my address to put in USB redirector to allow me usb control and click OK. Prompts will pop up to plus device in and share your device with technician. Once again refer to my Time Zone (av 10Am-7Pm most days, some other times also)

I will connect to the device and proceed from there. You may be required to stay in chat with me and press button combos on the phone

Please watch phone for USB Authorisation prompt. Check the box then press OK.

I will disconnect and reconnect as required.

Watch phone Screen for SU (ROOT) prompt and press GRANT.

All you need to do is watch the phone for USB Authorization and ROOT grant.

Please follow the instructions I send via Google Hangouts

After we are finished you can return your device settings to as they were and you can remove USB Redirector client from PC.

IF you want to show appreciation, please kindly donate via PayPal at paypal.me/highpowered or send to 420friendlyjob@gmail.com (once again 100% optional)

Big shouts to [MENTION=4428363]stifilz[/MENTION] for inspiration and vigilance in helping the community have mobility with there phones( and my semi-plagiarized intro and instructions for preparation above :)