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[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
wow what a load of crap ! Of course there is a delay.. there is not code available... "You will receive your code once we get it" .. no waaaay .... damn.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] armrob:
well this phone is really starting to piss me off and I'm not sure it's worth it.

it seems not even bell can unlock this phone.

after pleading my case to get the unlock code before the 30 day period. I got a supervisor to authorize it but the code doesn't work.

they charge me the 75$ fee (actually 85$ with tx) and I talked to 3 different csr n they all came up with the same code for my phone's imei.

they tried to blame samsunga and samsung blames bell. in the end they simply agreed to refund me.

I cannot imagine they would charge me and give me a fake code.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] NotBillable:
Just buy a turbo sim and away u go. Not sure whats the big deal with that.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
Well, there are a few things I'm not sure about with the Turbosims. My understanding is that 3G doesn't work well which is a deal breaker to me as I use my phone mainly for data. Others have reported that once you lose the signal you have to reboot the phone to get it back.

Unless I am mistaken, those are all shipped from HK which means 2-3 weeks turn around time easily...

Is there is someone shipping from Canada/US with a fully working TurboSim ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
It would be better if we could actually unlock via the unlock code. A turbo SIM is a temporary solution but not a permanent one.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] NotBillable:
3G does work. Just make sure you buy the sim card that has the latest firmware.

There are sellers on ebay that are in US/canada, but a bit more pricey.

The ones that have reported problems are mostly because they are using a sim that they bought 2 yrs ago which has older firmware. The ones with the newer firmware work fine.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] NotBillable:
then wait and have ur SGS vibrant sit on the desk collecting dust until u get a software hack or get a freakin sim card and enjoy the phone.....:cool:
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
I don't actually own the phone yet and don't plan on getting one until I know we can get unlock codes that work.

I have a turbo SIM in the mail but who knows when that will be here. :p
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Daneshm90:
Neone know when the captivate is expected to release on rogers ? I hope they don't f*** the phone like bell did.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] NotBillable:
make sure the sim that you bought has the latest firmware on it. there are still sims out there with old firmware. I wouldnt rely too much on DX.

I checked with ebay sellers to confirm it has the latest firmware to support 3G as the older ones may not.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Davindy:
Last week I was considering getting this phone (ended up with a Telus Desire) so I emailed a lot of unlocking people. This one guy got back to me on Saturaday and said he would be able to unlock these phones next week. He lives in the Toronto area, hopefully all he'll need is the IMEI if he can do it?!?!

Here's his email address:

sams1872@gmail.com - His displayed name was Sam Sam

I found him through an ad on Craigslist, chances are this guy won't end up being able to do it, but he told me that he could specifically unlock the Bell Vibrant i9000M.

Hopefully he's not talking BS, good luck everyone.....
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] NotBillable:
Can you share the craigs list ad?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Davindy:
The ad is now down, and he never advertised unlocking this phone, but he did mention other Samsung models, that's why I emailed him originally.

It took him 5-6 days to get back to me, but like I said, he emailed me on Saturday telling me next week he could unlock the Bell Vibrant, I'm assuming he meant this week, but maybe not?

That's the most I can tell you, email him and see what he says....?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
Any news from that guys in Montreal ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] AllGamer:
end of the year, december

i hope it is not a crippled version like the USA ones
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] AllGamer:
- Update 1 -

Adding unlock bounty! it actually started on the SGS Captivate subforum http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=739201

Condition to hit the jackpot, it must be unlocked via software ROM flash, SPL, or something along the line.

Lets all pitch in to make it work for all the SGS phones.

I pledge my $50, i'll be updating the first post with the list of supporters
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Davindy:
From what I read online the phone should be released this Friday August 20.

Where did you get December from?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] canistel:
I also talked to several rogers reps, and the ones that were "in the know" were all throwing the same date around (end of this week, Aug 20 etc).
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] BA_Flash_GOD:
Hah Captivate is no dice, that's why this is the thread for the Bell i9000m, why don't you be a nice bloke and donate to the cause :)

@canistel

Hah well i'd imagine everyone will want to get their phone unlocked either way (raises resale value a bunch of course) so it won't hurt to do it, captivate won't be any different chief.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] canistel:
Well you see, that really depends on what rogers comes out with at the end of this week, and at what cost. I have to admit that I prefer the looks of the bell version over that of the at&t version (which is apparently what the rogers version will be), but I only have so much time and funds to invest in my next phone. I'm not going to pledge x dollars into unlocking a phone if I don't end up buying it. Who knows... maybe by this time next week I'll be ready to add my donation :p
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] AllGamer:
that came from another post, around the time just before Bell released the I9000M

Fido & Rogers are both supposed to be releasing it at the end of the year just in time for the Xmas shopping.

I called both Fido & Rogers they said it's not even listed in their system yet.

so Aug 20, i find it rather unlikely.

else it'd have been listed in their system already.

no to mention, if you go to http://www.samsung.com/ca

it's not even listed for Fido/Rogers

even if it was in pre-release normally they would have it listed, specially for such a close date as Aug 20 (4 days away from today)

New Zealand is not released, yet all the website is ready for it

http://nz.samsungmobile.com/mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-s

there are many more examples.

if Rogers or Fido were to release it, it would have been advertised one way or another in their website, they would not leave it to last minute on the 20th

http://www.rogers.com/web/link/wire...henPlan&productType=normal&N=52+11+4294948709
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] leegoon84:
rogers version will most likely miss out the front facing camera, and same layout buttons as ATT captivate, I would really hate to have a touch hom button,

been 9 days and no unlock code from Unlockgenie,

still waiting for the new version of sim unlocker I ordered from deal extreme.

for the moment, I only turn on 3G when I need faster internet, (by doing this I will miss incoming calls) then put back 2G mode for incoming calls and slow edge internet.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
That's odd, because I haven't tried my sim unlocker on Rogers, just Telus and Bell, neither of which have 2G. Incoming calls were never a problem for either the Captivate (finally returned that yesterday) with either SIM, or the Vibrant with Telus SIM, and data was always on.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] rumy:
If any of the deal extreme cards work please post the model number on the first page for everyone. might just be a temporary solution.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] MKVFTW:
Put me down for $25 for the bounty.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Flipnotic:
Yeah, I brought it in this morning, and asked if he was SURE he can do this model, he insisted, once again it was going to be done. I asked how, and he said he has a software to do it. I'm supposed to go pick it up tomorrow or the day after. I'll keep you posted.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] AllGamer:
if we can do it, i'll drive up to Montreal this weekend :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] beng2k:
I got mine unlocked FROM BELL in 2 days, no questions asked. Gonna bill me later for the code $75.

Easy as pie. Details in the HowardForums topic starting at page 24 with pictures.

Going to Telus to swtich from CDMA Touch Pro2 to HSPA Galaxy S oh yeah
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] BA_Flash_GOD:
Yeah I just read that... that's really great info when possible please report back sounds great. Sounds like everyone that bought one needs to call this exact chick you speak of that unlocked it (assuming you're SHIFT_sideways over there). Let us know
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
Yeah you need her name and employee ID or something so we can all call her directly haha.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] beng2k:
yea im shift, its an old old old name

she did tell me her name and employee number oddly enough at the end
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Idan73:
Well I was able to find unlock card locally and it works so far.got couple incoming and one straight to message do have to test some more.don't know the brand.gold color.cost me 30 bucks though.ouch plus 26 for unlock genie and I have a feeling ill have to pay bell in the end. No luck with then so far escalated to super and senior manager and still no dice. At least I can sell my other phone now and get some cash.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
Wait... you had to leave your phone over ? Damn... I assume you must know the guy pretty well. Does he have any contact information ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] SS2006:
for anyone who has a turbosim that is letting EVERYTHING work

can they let us know where they got it from and its name, its funny how its so hard to find this info altho some got it to work, ive randomly bought 5 turbosims from various sites because I have no clue
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Flipnotic:
He has a little booth in my local mall. I used him to unlock my girlfriends iPhone, and he did everything alright.

Worst case scenario, I get my stuff back by force. Though, I see no reason not to trust him. :)

He said it should take 1 day, possibly 2 at worst.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
hehe fair enough ! Which mall is it ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Flipnotic:
Fairview Pointe-Claire
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
damn, the exact opposite side of town ha well, keep us posted, I wouldn't mind driving there if it works out !
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Flipnotic:
No problem. If everything goes well, I'll post the phone number, location, and price for everyone.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] butchernini:
Another option while waiting for someone to unlock the phone.

Hey guys, I just reconfirmed that you don't need to unlock the phone to use with Virgin Mobile. Right now Virgin Mobile has a promo 6GB for $30. I went to one of the kiosk the other day and they told me i cannot do month-to-month plan with that promo. BUT!!!! they lied!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cuz i was able to add that option to my newly activated Virgin SIM today. The minimum monthly plan has to be at least $25. Bell's $100 plan gives only 3GB.... so to me.... $30 for 6GB is worth it.

Just thought I share that with you guys ^^ Cheers:p
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
Hey, for those of you using the unlockitnow.com SIM bypass, little heads-up.

After flashing to UGJH2, my phone will not allow me to connect to Telus data. APN is set up correctly, trust me, and I know I'm up on HSPA because that's the only way to connect to Telus.

Long story short, if you haven't upgraded yet, DO NOT. The new baseband does something that doesn't like the turbosim, or vice versa, and there's currently no way to flash back to the old baseband.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] decepticon:
Go back and make sure data roaming is turned on
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] JsLoW:
Turbosim

Can anyone tell me which turbo sim worked with i9000m?? If you could post link that will be GREAT!!!
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
It's not my first rodeo dude. I had it configured and working before JH2, it doesn't work with the new radio.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] decepticon:
Not saying it was but sometimes we overlook the simple things and it takes an outside observer to point it out. If you did check it and it's not working then yea that sucks but just offering that outside input.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] :
Guys?

Is it for sure after 30 days of the purchase date of this phone I will be able to call Bell & unlock it for $75?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
Yes, if the phone is tied to a Bell account that is still active on the day you call, and the 30 days have passed.

If it's not, they most likely won't, at least not without a lot of hassle.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
Well that sucks. I hope Samsung realizes they are losing out on a lot of $$ by keeping this phone locked.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gtg2:
Re: Virgin and their 30$ promo, note that Bell has the same deal in place. Add a 30$ voice plan and you're not doing too bad. I don't believe that Bell actively advertises the promo but it's definitely avail.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] AllGamer:
the point is people don't want Bell's service, they (we) just want the phone

everyone have better plans elsewhere, or they are still stuck in contracts and such

if Bell will step up, and offer the same exact deal or better, for less, and will pay you for the early cancellation fee, then hell yeah, Bell would have got sooooooooo many new customers.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] leegoon84:
I'm visiting Toronto today, (from montreal)

and My sim unlocking adapter doesn't work here.

Sim doesn't register at all.

I guess cell tower environment is different than Montreal
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
Which SIM adapter are you using?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Flipnotic:
Update on the Montreal based guy who claimed he could unlock it: I picked it up today, still locked. He told me he couldn't do it, and I should try to go back again next week.

could anyone point me in the right direction for these turbosims? I'd like to buy one to use in the meantime..
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
arg.. and for a moment there, I was expecting good news... Too bad Bell's plans are awful, I would cancel and move there, be done with it! ...
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Flipnotic:
haha, I had hopes too. Well, I'm gonna take a shot at calling Bell as well. It can't hurt. Everything is negotiable, all you need is the right leverage. :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] magatron76:
i-smart

Don't know if this will help you but i have a i-smart card from ebay and it works flawlessly with my samsung vibrant.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
Can you tell us which ebay seller it was ? 3G and everything is working fine ?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
Sweet I ordered one but who knows when it will get here.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] MKVFTW:
Guys, please take a look at the thread on howardforums before you go and get a code from bell. Some users are reporting that even bell cant get their code.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
I would think not getting a code that works would allow you to return your phone to try another one. This is a feature you are paying for after all.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] MKVFTW:
Of course the DOA period for a phone is 30 days. The bell unlock wait is 30 days. If the phone is defective and users wont know untill 30 days, they may be hooped to get a phone replaced because its DOA. Makes sense doesnt it. Finding out why its happening would prevent it happening to others.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Muy5:
When running ClockworkMod Recovery for the first time on my Bell Vibrant, which phone version should I be selecting? I think it is the i9000m version, correct? Thanks for any confirmation.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] TriC_101:
The i9000.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] leegoon84:
isim2008 old version.

I am back in montreal.

the phone works as before.

the problem I noticed while I was in TO was that no matter how hard I tried,

I couldn't register the sim to FIDO network.

so I had to remove the adapter and use it locked state where I could only receive phone calls
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gmonies21:
Hello, new in the forum, I just wanted to know if a unlocked T-mobile Samsung galaxy s vibrant would work with Canadian carriers (I'm with Fido) ??
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
It will work with Fido/Rogers but in 2G only. Will work 2G/3G with Wind. Shouldn't work at all with Telus/Bell/Virgin.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gmonies21:
Why in 2g only?? The bell version would work with Fido in 3g if it were to be unlocked?? how about the international version, that work with 3g??
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Beast11:
Wind doesn't have a 2G network they only use 3G.

And only 2G will work on Fido/ Rogers with the Tmo Vibrant because the frequencies tmo uses are different than fido/rogers...
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
Wind roams on Rogers 2g when you're out of the home zone, if I'm not mistaken.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] cmstlist:
The T-Mobile Vibrant does have UMTS 1900 which will give *partial* 3G coverage on Fido/Rogers but not complete. Any time 3G drops out it'll get full EDGE. Not recommended for use on Bell/Telus since they have no EDGE to fall back on.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gmonies21:
Is this why the Tmo ones are so much cheaper on ebay than the unlocked international 8GB ones ?? The international ones say quadband, those are the ones that will do full 3g on Fido/Rogers?? Also will the Bell one do 3g on Fido/Rogers if unlocked??
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
The International ones will do "half 3G" on Rogers/Telus/Bell networks. They have the UMTS 1900 band, lack the UMTS 850. 1900 is fairly prevalent in urban areas, but you'll lose signal in parkades, elevators, etc more often than if you had both bands.

If you're a city rat, the 1900 might be ok for you, but if you ever venture out into real Canada, you will often either have no voice or data (Bell/Telus) or drop back down to 2G (Rogers/Fido) for voice and data.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gmonies21:
Thanks very much for the explanation, just one more question, does bells galaxy s have UMTS 850?? Because if it doesn't then one might as well just buy the Tmo or international version since those already come unlocked.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
Heh, yes, the Bell Vibrant has the eight fiddy, it's meant to work on Canada/USA networks. :)
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gmonies21:
So I have to get the Bell version... which I don't even mind if it was just unlockable and worked with Fido!! Why is it so hard to get this phone with my provider lol, maybe the Rogers Captivate will come out this Friday and be easier to unlock and use with Fido (wishful thinking!!).
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Croak:
There's always the X10. :)

But seriously, at this point I wouldn't recommend the Bibrant to anyone on another network unless you're willing to put up with some unlocking pain.

There is the Telus Desire as an option, easily unlocked and cheaper, with non-beta Froyo. Plus the S-LCD doesn't suck as hard as the older AMOLED version, either.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gmonies21:
Thanks I just looked it up. Doesn't seem to record HD videos or playback HD videos though, my heart has been set in getting this samsung galaxy s, I will wait a bit to figure out how I can make this work, hopefully someone figures out the trick to unlocking this thing with Bell.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Beast11:
hehe... eight fiddy... i like that :)

And i swear this problem is pissing me off... thank god i have starcraft to bury myself in...
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gladman:
Thanks too. You save me from going back To pacific mall to get the hong kong version.

If I unlock the htc desire, best buy guy says it'll void the warranty and I can't return it.

Is there a way to restore it back to locked if required?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
I was thinking of going to Pac. Mall to get that version but I think I'm going to bite the bullet and just sign up with Bell for 1 month, cancel, then get my unlock code. I just really want this phone.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] pizzachips:
As mentioned previously...if you're hanging around the GTA, the 1900mhz will cover most of the places...

I've used it from Downtown all the way up to Markham and the 3g coverage is pretty decent, I've only noticed it drop to 2g when i'm at work (nowhere near windows) or when i'm in a basement.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] AllGamer:
HK version is the same as the UK version which is the International version.

but they only have the 8GB version, some of the shops carry the 16GB but most of the time they are out of stock... quite understandable why.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Lokks:
Patiently waiting and googling as well to see if this sammy is unlockable before I swap my Telus Desire for a Galaxy S.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] gmonies21:
Do you now if the 1900 covers guelph,kitchener,Cambridge area??
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] lexcyn:
See I wouldn't mind getting the 1900 only version, but I don't live in Toronto ... I live 4 hours north and I really doubt we have more 1900 than 850. So I would need the NA version more ... which is why I am willing to spend the extra to get it from Bell.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] clubtech:
For people who are interested in a "Turbo Sim" solution, i ordered THIS about two days ago.

It arrived today and i tested it on my EURO i9000 (i9000M is arriving in the next few days) and it seems to work fine. i get incoming + outgoing + SMS + data and it seems stable.

They also upgraded me for FedEx overnight for free, i just emailed them asking for an upgrade (Originally i selected SureMail option).They also sent me like 3 different Rebel cards instead of two. one said V1.1 on it, the other two said M-9.

The V1.1 is working fine.

I have not tested the other two just yet.
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Milky_way:
Hey guys,

I may have found a place (locally) that is able to unlock it. I have requested my code and will keep you posted as to the success of the "procedure"!

The only thing is that it costs $55. It's a bit steep, but at least no waiting 30 days and subscribing to a monthly service with Bell to get it, and there is no tax!

Let's cross our fingers here :-)
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] AllGamer:
still cheaper than $75 from bell LOL :D
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] Inios:
Define the term "local" - whereabouts are you located?
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] astralmind:
Would you happen to be in the Montreal area ? (yeah... wishful thinking)
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] MaelstromXC:
Maybe local in Toronto or GTA area? (crossing my fingers!)
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] pizzachips:
I can check for you this weekend. Need to swing by UWaterloo and I can let you know if there's 3g coverage. I know there is for London though and for most of the 407 as well going east. In the countryside for the 401, its 2g mostly.