DISCLAIMER: I did not use any sort of unlocking software to obtain my unlock code, I simply called customer service and asked them. I do not recommend paying for an unlock code, nor downloading a program that could easily corrupt your computer and/or phone. Customer service will provide you with this code for FREE, as well as the means of entering it. DO NOT BE SCAMMED! Note: I use AT&T. For unlocking a T-Mobile phone, they tend to be easier to obtain codes from (from what I hear). The only downside is that you must be a T-Mobile customer for a minimum of 90 days, with a history of good-standing payment. They’ve got a few other little reqs, but those are the major ones. Simply give them a call and ask. If you get a refusal, don’t take no for an answer. They (AT&T) generally aren’t supposed to give out unlock codes right away, but EVERY REPRESENTATIVE IS DIFFERENT. You may have no troubles as I did, you may spend an hour on the phone. It all depends on who you talk to, how you ask, and your history as a customer. Just make sure, no matter what, that they know that YOU know they can and do give out those codes. Just be ready with your IMEI and ask them the process of unlocking the phone, if you don’t already know. Enjoy!
KimchiIsGood says:
what does unlocking do?
April 9, 2010, 6:29 amMrConsierge says:
so if i call rogers what would i sat?
April 15, 2010, 6:06 amkawapen2 says:
@MrConsierge read through all the comments. Always just tell them you need to unlock your phone; they don’t need more information than that.
April 15, 2010, 9:36 amMrConsierge says:
thanks ya
April 19, 2010, 3:37 amcade1972 says:
Is there a way to get a free code for the LG cu920?
April 29, 2010, 3:30 amkawapen2 says:
@cade1972 Yeah, you can read the comments. Call the provider.
April 29, 2010, 4:03 am8R14N4 says:
Question…..I have T-mobile an I just purchased an LG 720 Shine Slide an I was wondering when I unlock the phone am I still going to get my fav 5?
May 23, 2010, 12:23 pm8R14N4 says:
Question…..I have T-mobile an I just purchased an LG 720 Shine Slide an I was wondering when I unlock the phone am I still going to get my fav 5?
May 23, 2010, 12:24 pm8R14N4 says:
Question…..I have T-Moblie an I was wondering now since I have purchased the LG 720 Shine am I still going to have my Fav 5? Or no? Do you happen to know?
May 23, 2010, 12:40 pmdairi0007 says:
your a dumm ass if i had a at&t account i wouldnt be watchin this video i would juss stick my sim card in and use it!!
May 23, 2010, 9:12 pmkawapen2 says:
@8R14N4 Nope, your fave 5 screen will be gone. Besides, T-Mobile no longer offers their fave 5s..
May 24, 2010, 6:39 amtherealshaneen says:
does this work for lg shine touch?
June 2, 2010, 6:13 pmkawapen2 says:
@therealshaneen If it’s a CU720, then yes. If no, then… obviously no.
June 2, 2010, 11:21 pmkawapen2 says:
@dairi0007 You don’t have to have an AT&T account to call customer service and get an unlock code. I must be a “dumm ass” to continue answering people’s inane questions, since you are one of the many who apparently cannot READ THROUGH THE COMMENTS.
June 2, 2010, 11:22 pmTheChampiYon says:
can i unlock this 2 work with verizon wireless?
June 3, 2010, 1:45 amkawapen2 says:
@TheChampiYon Nope, GSM companies only.
June 3, 2010, 4:54 amjulian1dude says:
hi i have an lg shine i called custermer service they said i had to have a at&t sim to unlock but i didnt so i put my companys sim in it and it unlocked but the pic mail and internet dont work do you think its because i didnt use a at&t card at first to unlock??
June 4, 2010, 8:38 amkawapen2 says:
@julian1dude This is explained in the comments, as well. Picture mail and MediaNET don’t work because you’re not using AT&T services anymore. In order to get them fully functional again, you have to upload the proper service books for the carrier you’re going to use. It requires a data cable, a program you can find online, and google searching.
June 5, 2010, 3:33 ammiramonx says:
Could I use my t-mobile sims card in the lg shine?
June 8, 2010, 4:48 amapplehead347 says:
what can you do if your phone is unlocked???
June 14, 2010, 3:06 amARMYSTRENGTHxbl says:
what do i get when i unlock my phone
June 18, 2010, 5:05 amkawapen2 says:
@ARMYSTRENGTHxbl Read the comments.
It’s not better for the phone, but it improves its resell value, and you can still use it if you decide to switch carriers. Or if you want the phone but have service with another GSM-based company.
June 18, 2010, 5:47 amjvolstad says:
I have had the CU720 for over two years now and it still works great. The metal case takes a beating and still the phone works. I have the $15 Internet service on it and that works well. I was going to upgrade to a smartphone, but why pay the money?
June 25, 2010, 10:47 amkawapen2 says:
@jvolstad It’s a great phone, I can’t argue that
June 25, 2010, 2:57 pmn8dask8 says:
hello all, i just started using this phone bc my other phone broke. it is an At&t model and i was wondering how you get the sim card to read? do i have to unlock it for it to be able to read my sim card? thanks for your help im a little lost here!
July 7, 2010, 8:31 am