How do I Unlock the G1 With a Computer?
The T-Mobile G1, also known as the HTC Dream, can be used on T-Mobile networks in the United States, and other GSM (Global System for Mobile communications) networks all over the world. Not all cell providers use GSM technology. If you are traveling abroad and want to save yourself money on roaming, you can unlock your G1 so you can buy a contract with another carrier in that country. You can unlock your G1 in a variety of ways, but one of the popular choices is using a software SIM unlocker on your computer.
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Instructions
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Download the software you want to use. Several options are available, including Cell Phone Unlock, Universal Simlock Remover and JTAG Manager. They all run on Windows. If you want to use the JTAG Manager, you also need a Riff Box.
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Launch the program and plug your phone into the USB cord that tethers it to your computer.
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Select HTC for the phone manufacturer and Dream for the model. It also may be listed as the T-Mobile G1, depending on how the software is put together.
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Run the SIM unlocking software and insert a new SIM card in your G1, allowing you to use it on any other GSM cell network.
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Tips & Warnings
If you have been a T-Mobile customer for at least 90 days, you can call Customer Care and get a SIM unlock code from the company for free.
You can use many paid online services that use your phone's IMEI number to find your SIM unlock code.
Running any third party software to unlock your G1 may damage your phone or make it ineligible for a return.
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