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[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] hartleyshc:
You still get 1080hdr in YouTube.

It only affects Netflix and Amazon. And honestly on a screen this size, 960x540 isn't that big of a difference to most on a 6" screen. Yeah it's not that per pixel crisp image, but it's definitely good enough. A lot of devices are capped at 720p anyways. (didn't check our device before unlocking, probably 1080).

If I'm looking for the full cinematic effect, I'm not watching on a phone. And if picture quality is really that big of a deal and your primary viewing is on your phone, there are countless "other" ways to watch the media you want.

It's all choice, but to me all of the benefits that come from unlocking the bootloader, far out weigh the down side of not watching Netflix and Amazon in 1080p.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Yep, once you SIM Unlock, then, you have to apply for the B/L unlock code from OnePlus:

https://support.oneplus.com/app/ans...-bootloader-for-oneplus-6t-(t-mobile-version)
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Hmm ok. Yeah if unlocking the bootloader is mandatory as part of the unlocking process, then I'm out. lol

Thanks to all!!
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] hartleyshc:
Considering that most carriers don't make unlocking the bootloader available at all, (look at the Verizon Pixel devices). This isn't that much.

No idea why the one week wait. It might be for some sort of validation of payment from T-Mobile, make sure the payment goes all the way through? Not really sure the reasoning for it. But waiting one week out of a typical 52-104+ week life span of a device isn't that much.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
No,the two operations are totally different things.

If you just want to SIM Unlock, that's fine, you don't need to do anything else.

SIM Unlocking is necessary for a bootloader unlock, if you want it, but, not necessary.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] hartleyshc:
Other way around.

SIM unlocking is a mandatory part of unlocking the bootloader.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Oh ok! LOL

Then maybe I'll try tomorrow? We'll see. Thx!!
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Keep us posted on your results! :good:
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Ok sure thing!
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] bassic:
Maybe I should have been more specific. I know T-mobile uses an app. I was just looking for details from the people who successfully unlocked their phones, to see what exactly they did.

In my case I spoke to a rep who told me he would make an exception and process my unlock request. The instructions I received in an email from T-mobile told me to do something that I already tried doing on my own (requesting the unlock through the app), and the end result was the same, as if they hadn't done anything.

I'm still not unlocked, but I spoke with another rep who informed me of some very specific criteria that need to be met, which should happen in two months.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Ok..............attempt #1: Called and told tech I'd be travelling, and he said the best they could do is a temporary unlock, unless I got the "manufacturer's permission". He even put me on hold to consult his team about a way around it, but that came back empty as well. He said the manufacturer does not allow it unless it's paid off first.

So I'll try again later lol..........................................................
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Basssic:
Been years since I only lurk on XDA and I don't have access to my old account but I felt like helping as I had a hard time with getting the unlock. I'm on an EIP, haven't made a single payment and didn't do the trade in deal, only been with T-Mobile for a year and a half. I tried requesting through tmo chat, Twitter and Facebook and finally got it via Twitter after close to a dozen reps throughout 2 days. I sent a short and honest message saying I wanted a bootloader unlock but couldn't because a permanent unlock was needed and with the device not being paid off I understood it was against policy and was asking for an exception saying I was happy with tmo and didn't plan on changing carriers any time soon. No mention of others getting it or international travel were made. If I was rejected or they said to wait x hours I threw the towels immediately and said thanks as polite as possible as other reps can probably see past convos. Most of my tries were 3 or 4 messages long, if they say to wait for a request it's to get you off their back the unlock app should work instantly.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] WhiteRuthenia:
Here's an update since I last stated that I was waiting until today, the 20th of November - my Sim card is officially unlocked via t-mobile T-Force chat. So now I'm going through OnePlus to get my unlock token to unlock the bootloader.

Also, I've only been with t mobile since I've had this phone and that's only 2 weeks. So lenth of service with them has little to do with the amount of help you will find with them.

So Goodluck to you all whom are still trying and are in doubt.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Nice job White!
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] dami00976:
I've haven't had any luck :(

I've tried everyday and nothing
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] xgerryx:
I received an unlock override today from Tmobile Twitter help. I used the app to permanently unlock my device. I approached things a bit differently than most here and a lot more transparently. I explained slowly and calmly that upon buying my awesome new OP 6t, and my Mom also switching over to Tmobile that same day, that I was surprised to learn that I needed to wait until the device was paid off (in bill credits - I got the phone free with my GFs crappy iphone 6s as a trade-in) and on the network for 40 days to unlock the bootloader. I explained that I have had two previous OP devices and I was able to unlock the bootloader immediately. I made sure to point out how happy we were with the service so far and looked forward to using the device as I saw fit. I was also fairly enthusiastic, happy, and receptive to their company "rah-rah go Tmobile" style. I received no push back, no denials, no balking at my request. The only thing that stopped it happening that day was the IMEI was not reading on the account yet since we had just set it up. I had to wait a few days for that to happen, and then checked back in on Twitter. I asked for the same person I had dealt with before, and today they were able to unlock it. I have requested the unlock code from OP.

So I guess the moral here is that....as Linus would say....it depends. I thought I would try the honest route first, and if that didn't work, to resort to the travel excuse and then on to some other things. Thanks to those who passed on advice previously, it definitely helped me out.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] hatlesssandman:
Got my one plus 6t TMobile version 2 days ago and I'm on jump on demand. Didn't think I had a chance for sim unlocking but I tried anyway. First tried TMobile app and was rejected. Then tried Twitter was to pay off device in order to unlock hence rejected. Then tried Facebook was completely honest with them. Got lucky and he unlocked it in the spirit of Thanksgiving holiday. I will copy paste my chat with the rep maybe it can help others:

Hi I recently got a one plus 6t and wanted to unlock the bootloader. I have been with TMobile with 6 lines for the past 5 years with perfect payment history. Can you please sim unlock my device so I can unlock the bootloader? I do not plan on using the phone with another carrier, however would like bootloader unlocked so I can root and block ads on my device. Thank you

Hi Hassan! Happy Thanksgiving! Congrats on your new OnePlus 6T! This is every techie's dream phone right now, am I right? Totally get what you're trying to do! The bootloader will be taken care of by OnePlus but the unlock is done by T-Mobile. I really appreciate your loyalty and having an amazing payment history with us! We do have an unlock exception for phones that are entirely paid off, meaning the remaining financed balance is paid to fully own the device. Is that an option you'd be interested in? *SoRaYi

Hi I'm on JOD program for the past 4 years or so and definitely don't want to give up that freedom. I have read on the forums that some representatives bypass the restrictions on a case by case basis. And I truly believe that my exceptional payment history on auto pay with 6 active lines for nearly 5 years should help my case. Your help and assistance in this matter would greatly be appreciated. The only reason I want the sim unlock is so I can unlock the bootloader, not to use it with a different carrier.

Alright man, you got me in the feels! It's Thanksgiving so let me check out your account and see what I can do for you :) *SoRaYi

I appreciate your honesty, Hassan! I understand your position and I think it's fair :)

Your wish has been granted! Please use the pre-installed T-Mobile Device Unlock app https://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-14011. Have fun! :)

Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving to you! *SoRaYi

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After the above conversation ended I went into the unlock app and permanently unlocked it without issue. Going to request bootloader unlock token tomorrow as it's really late and am just ecstatic I was able to sim unlock while being on JOD 2 days after getting the device. BTW I'm loving this phone so far! So fast amazing battery and buttery smooth!!!
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] WhiteRuthenia:
Update: finally got my unlock code from OnePlus via email. One week later.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
That's for the bootloader right? Not to unlock the phone.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] WhiteRuthenia:
Correct. I already went through t-mobile.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Nice. I will have to try that again. Tried once last week, got shot down. lol
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] kwkw480:
Yes, T Mobile CS Rep unlocked mine and I have not paid a dime yet. I did have to call in 5 times and TMO chat but its down. From Temp to Perm and not im OEM bootloader unlocked :)
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] pbp123454321:
To unlock mine, there was an app in the app drawer and once I opened it, there was a button unlock phone
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Nice!! Yeah I gotta keep trying I guess. lol
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] WhiteRuthenia:
Rooted & complete.??

Just wish I could install Xposed ???
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Trevaryn:
Ok, I just need to give a shout out to T-Mobile. I called because I was annoyed that the T-Mobile ver of my 6T is still on 9.0 The rep I talked to did some digging and said to try to get the update from Oneplus. So I explained to her about the bootloader being locked and that because of that I couldn't install anything other than tmo OTAs. So she came back with let me ask and see if I can get your phone sim unlocked (keep in mind that I still owe over $400 on this phone on top of that it is LEASED and not monthly to own). Anyway, she got the OK and filled out the forum and I used the unlock sim app from tmo that came on my phone and it WORKED!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am sim unlocked while on a lease with the option to buy!
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] RockStar2005:
Awesome job Trevaryn!!

I'm still on 9.0 too, so I will have to try that. lol Thanks for sharing!
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Mikeyjr341:
No problems?

So I have the app and perma unlock available after one months payment. This is no hiccups in service or anything after I hit perma unlock correct? Sorry new to this waited a long time to finally own a OnePlus and be able to explore this field. Just don't want to screw it all up and plus my kids need to be able to get a hold of me today while I'm at work. Edit: I'm still on Android 9.0 also
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] PapaMag:
I had a interesting conversation with T-Mobile Help on Twitter which didn't include anything about paying off my device.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] wase4711:
you dont have to pay off the device, you dont have to wait 40 days, there have been endless posts about this; just call, and tell them you are traveling overseas and need your sim unlocked, or, you've been a t mobile customer for years, and you need this unlocked, or, frankly, any other line of BS you feel like using..

Endless people, including myself, have gotten unlocked, so, there is no "magic pill"...just ask nicely, and, if you get told no, just hang up and try someone else..
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] PapaMag:
I have asked nicely a number of times but still waiting for the right rep I guess
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] wase4711:
what are you saying to them? It seems like the traveling out of the country, need my sim unlocked works the best; if you deal with Tweeter/FaceKrap, it appears going on there and contacting them works well too..
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] aluz:
has anyone tried 3rd party sites like cellunlocker.net ?
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Demonface.24:
When I was getting my devicr unlocked I contacted them through Twitter and it was a quick process. Told them I'm going overseas and within a few minutes it was done .
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] PapaMag:
I tried that angle too but not dice, still a sorry can't help you until your device is paid off. They said after 40 days I could contact OnePlus for help and they referred me to the T-Mobile policy page.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] :
They can offer you a temporary unlock (typically 30 days) without paying it in full or even half but for permanent unlock I had to pay at least half of the device off, which is what I did. No wait time. Submitted my unlock request to OP as soon as I unlocked the SIM.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] PapaMag:
Sorry to sound stupid but T-Mobile unlocked my device today but I am at a loss on unlocking the bootloader, and getting a unlock code. Not sure how to get into fastboot to enter the information.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] moist_line:
Congrats. Follow this:

https://support.oneplus.com/app/ans...-bootloader-for-oneplus-6t-(t-mobile-version)

Then follow the steps after receiving your unlock.bin file:

https://xdaforums.com/oneplus-6t/how-to/guide-flashing-t-mobile-oneplus-6t-to-t3865966
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] bassic:
I kept trying the 'traveling out of the country" story through T-mobile's website chat and through their Facebook support (haven't logged into facebook in several months, just logged in for T-mobile chat). From most reps, I got the usual runaround about no exceptions until the device is paid off, but I could gladly pay it off right now and they will unlock it.

Then I found one rep who seemed to give me a clear explanation:

Better, but I still wasn't satisfied with having to wait even longer. SO I followed the advice of hatlesssandman in a post back on page 21 which is basically just being completely upfront and honest.

I'm not traveling any time soon (even if I was, T-mobile's international roaming is awesome and Google Hangouts/Voice dialer works just fine over the limited data speeds). I just wanted to unlock my bootloader to root my phone. I asked, and the rep approved my unlock almost immediately.

I wonder if anyone has really gotten theirs unlocked on the first try, or if T-mobile tracks all of these requests and only grants the unlock for the very persistent customers.:laugh:
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] aftabbabar:
after a few reps, i was offered temp unlock. i was keep telling them I work for airline and travel overseas regularly. still no luck. so I just told them I want my trade-in phone back because it was my unlocked traveling phone and i want to return this current locked phone. all of the sudden their tone changed and i was unlocked in 5 minutes.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] es0tericcha0s:
I purchased my T-Mobile variant directly from OnePlus due to having a coupon for it. I immediately called them for the unlock afterwards and was met with resistance due to the phone's IMEI not being in their system as theirs. They tried to play it off with telling me to contact OP and then by the 40 days. It took talking to 3 different agents over a couple of hours and not getting anywhere. I finally decided to go to Twitter. Another couple of agents and a couple more hours of pleading my case about why they would let OP sell the T-Mobile variant of the phone and not have the serial numbers in the system to even apply for the unlock plus waiting a week and a half, they finally let me know this morning that they were able to add the IMEI and process the unlock (it was successful!). Altogether around 3-4 hours of communication and about 2 weeks. Alls well that ends well I guess.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] HanumanXG:
attempting to get tmobile to communicate with oneplus since their site for unlocking the bootloader is down. This is a taxing process as most of the techs I've spoken with have zero clue what a bootloader actually is.

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Try going to the apps and clicking on it and clearing the cache. That's what worked for me.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] schwej201:
[MENTION=2557137]es0tericcha0s[/MENTION] : I'm with AT&T now and want to switch to Tmobile. My old phones aren't compatible or will suck on TMO so I want to buy new phone, and OnePlus 6T seems easy to root. If I bought a OnePlus6T-Tmobile version directly from OP like you did, could I root it immediately without it having an active SIM? Or would I need to port my number, get the phone working, then sort-of beg TMO to give me SIM unlock codes before attempting to root? Since the TMO store and OP are the same price now, I just wonder what you would recommend.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Chrisjpeguero:
i got mine too

Hey! i know this is an old thread but i just received my Unlock_code.bin but im not been able to flash it and unlock the bootloader

can i get some help?
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] magnumtripod:
Will Tmo verify if you actually own the phone outright?
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Yeah,I get that,but,the difference sounds trivial at best,more like an excuse to sell more phones by not carrying dual SIM phones.

What was laughable was an article from AndroidHeadlines last month stating the reason that US Carriers don't sell dual SIM phones is that the demand isn't there.

What a load of uninformed B.S.,how would we know,since the carriers,AFAIK,have never sold dual SIM phones & if a rare bird sailed through,it was just that,a one-off.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] dchurch85:
I went to TMobile help on Twitter and asked them to unlock my device so I can unlock the bootloader. They overwrote the requirement and then I used to unlock app to permanently unlock my device. I restarted and now I can toggle oem unlocking in developer options.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] dchurch85:
I was able to request bootloader unlock one the one plus site. I will keep you all posted.

It looks like if you request if from TMobile, they will take care of you. They just aren't advertising it.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Pain-N-Panic:
So here's my question...I'm a Tmo user and contemplating on purchasing the phone outright from tmo. If I get the bootloader unlocked will I be able to flash the latest updates/images from OnePlus directly? Or will I have to wait for a Tmo version to be released?

Additionally, will having a Tmo op6t prevent me from flashing custom ROMs once development gets going on this phone?
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] TechOut:
We are still trying to figure that out since everyone is just now getting SIM Unlocks not many have gotten a bootloader unlock code yet and we still don't have the software downloads to try it with

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If you are purchasing outright just go with Oneplus directly you will for sure get an unlocked device with updates directly from them out of the box.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Pain-N-Panic:
True, but if Tmo will give me $300 bones for my OG Pixel XL I could save quite a but of money. That's another variable... anyone have a list of the approved devices for the 300 dollar credit?
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] djkinetic:
I meant it would be illegal to write new imei into the efs partition.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Haz3:
I just tried Twitter T-Mobile help and no go
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] chillaxnphilx:
From what I've read around, the oneplus 6t is a DSDS (dual sim dual standby) that does not require a second imei. I am also waiting for somebody to confirm exactly how different the hardware is. I'd imagine the dual sim slot is just disabled through software.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] jasonv31:
Tmobile site... It's on the page for the 6t [emoji6]
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] dustinbleh:
Eligible trade in devices in good condition include:

Google Pixel: XL, 2, 2XL

iPhone: 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus.

LG: V30, V30+, V20, G7, G6

Motorola: Z2 Force

Nexus 6

One Plus: 6, 5T, 5, 3, 3T, X, 2, 1

Samsung: GS8, GS8+, GS7, GS7+, GS6, GS6+, Note8, Note5
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] phillymade:
Over on the OnePlus Community it's being said that you can not flash the international ROM as the TMO variant has a different modem that is "optimized" for the TMO network, so this my render your device useless. I would proceeded with caution on that.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] TechOut:
Shouldn't matter once it's unlocked. Won't be any different than flashing another custom ROM
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] phillymade:
Forgive me for not being well versed in this device, but could there be different modems between the two? I am hoping that there is not and it will not matter.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] hartleyshc:
I'm pretty positive that there are different modem files.

But that does not mean that the hardware will be different.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] jch9678:
I just unlocked my 6T with the Unlock app. I have only had it for 24 hours and still on the payment plan after turning in my 3. Didn't go through twitter or any other support, just clicked Permanent Unlock. Then restarted, got a message that it was permanently unlocked, and the Unlock app is gone.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] SmileBigNow:
Nope
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] tech_head:
You cannot flash the modemst.

It needs to be signed even if the BL is unlocked.

The T-Mobile version won't support dual SIM and they have locked the modem partition.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] ichardy:
I tried it and it didn't work for me
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] harpin14789:
Are you sure? In the pasts I have been able to flash different modem on phones. First time I am hearing that a modem is locked. :confused:
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Pain-N-Panic:
I hope so. The real test will be when Tmo users get their bin files from OP and unlock the BL. Only then will we know what flashable and what's not
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] harpin14789:
I am just holding on buying the phone till then. :fingers-crossed:
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Pain-N-Panic:
I think we're in the same boat. If Tmo users are able to flash whatever they want I'll go to Tmo the next day. If not, I'll be buying directly through OP.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] harpin14789:
Yes, seems like we are. :D
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] :
Ok so let's talk numbers. How many of us have gotten t mobile to sim unlock our phones and are already awaiting the bin file to unlock the bootloader? I know of myself and like 2-3 others..
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] ozzmanj1:
I am waiting on OP for the unlock.bin (but you knew that, lol)
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] justibasa:
I'm waiting on the bin file also.
[OnePlus 6T  Questions & Answers] Pain-N-Panic:
Just out of curiosity here when you guys get your bootloader unlocked will any of our be attempting to flash the international ROM from OP on your Tmo 6t?