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What BlackBerry models do you unlock?

We unlock ALL GSM BlackBerry models that have an IMEI number (type *#06# from your BlackBerry to get the IMEI number), or dual GSM/CDMA model like the Storm.

We do not unlock CDMA BlackBerry.

Why should you unlock your phone?

Unlocking your phone will not change your reception or battery life, but it will give you the ability to use your phone with any GSM carrier.

If you travel you can purchase a local SIM and avoid huge roaming charges. You can also raise the resale value of your phone by unlocking it.

What is cell phone unlocking?

Most new cell phones are programmed to only accept a SIM card from one particular network provider.

By unlocking your phone you remove this restriction and are able to use your phone with the carrier of your choice.

There are many ways to unlock a phone. We will provide you with a unlock code that is unique to your phone!

How does unlocking Code work?

Every GSM cell phone has a unique subsity unlock code.

You will provide us with your BlackBerry MEP { Know How To Read Your MEP Code or Read Your BlackBerry MEP without Cable !}

and IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number which is a 15 digit number that can be found by typing *#06#* from your BlackBerry

or by going to Options>Status>IMEI and we will be able to search for your specific code.

Once you have the code you will simply enter the code into your phone and it will now be unlocked. THAT’S IT!!

What is IMEI number and how I can obtain it?

IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number is a 15 digit number that can be found by
- typing *#06#* from your BlackBerry
- by going to Options> Status> IMEI

What is a PRD and how I can obtain it?

PRD refers to an identification number on a Blackberry smartphone. It stands for Product Requirements Documents. The number is a sort/batch number and is reference to where, when and for which wireless carrier the handset was manufactured for. All Blackberry models are not alike, but differ depending on the firmware installed, the software, language and the branding needed for the designated telecom provider they are going to be sold under.

The PRD number comprises of of eight numbers and can look something like this:

PRD-39474-001

The PRD number can be found by taking the battery off your blackberry and looking on the UPC label on the back of the cellphone.

The number can also be found in the software of the phone in the engineering screens.

What is a MEP and how I can obtain it?

MEP is an 8 digit number that identifies the current network provider on your phone (ex: MEP-04104-003).

We use this number together with IMEI to calculate an unique unlock code for your BlackBerry.

We need this number to guarantee that the code you receive will work 100% of the time.

With some network providers your actual MEP might be different from the number your carrier usually uses.

That is why we need to receive MEP number from you. It will also guarantee that the unlock code you receive will work 100%.

{ Know How To Read Your MEP Code or Read Your BlackBerry MEP without Cable !}

Is it safe to unlock your phone?

Yes, unlocking your phone will not harm your phone, nor will it void your warranty.

How to check if my BlackBerry is “locked”?

To find out if your BlackBerry is “locked” to your current network provider, follow these steps:

- On your BlackBerry, go to Options > Advanced Options > SIM Card.
- While at that screen type MEPD on your keyboard (please note that if your BlackBerry model is 71xx or 81xx you will need to double-tap the P,

so the actual keys entered become M E P P D). Text will not show when typing and a new menu will pop up.
- If your blackberry is “unlocked”, it will say Disabled or Inactive for all the fields (SIM, Network, etc).

If it says Enabled or Active, it’s still locked to the original carrier and requires unlocking.

If you see next to “Network” word “active” , then your blackberry is locked and will require unlocking.

If you see “active” next to “service provider”, then you will require another code (MEP4 unlock code) that we will also provide to you.

After you typed MEPD type MEP2 and pop up window will show you how many tries you have to enter unlock code.

If you have “0″ your phone can not be unlocked by IMEI.

What is GSM and SIM card?

GSM, which stands for Global System for Mobile communications, is the world’s most widely used cell phone technology.

Cell phone carriers use GSM for their cell phone networks. Each mobile phone has a unique serial number,

in case of GSM Phones, it is an “IMEI” number. The IMEI is only used for identifying the device, and has no relation at all to the subscriber.

GSM also has the advantage of using SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) cards. The SIM card, which acts as your digital identity,

is tied to your cell phone service carrier’s network rather than to the handset itself.

This allows for easy exchange from one phone to another without a new cell phone service activation.

Therefore your SIM card will work with any compatible GSM phone,

simply because your cell phone provider cares only about where to find your SIM card and not what phone model you use.

You can also use your GSM phone with any compatible SIM card, meaning you can use your GSM phone

with any SIM Card from different networks around the world.
Although each network provider locks the phones they sell simply to make sure that you stay with them and use their service only,

you can unlock your phone to be able to use it with any network around the world.

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