Unlocking Mobiles
 

A friend of mine has given me a Nokia 6230i that they have never used and a fairly new Nokia 8800 Arte which he has forgotten the pin code for. Can I get these phones unlocked when I arrive in Brisbane so that I can just buy a sim card to use in them?

Thanks

Re: Unlocking Mobiles
 

Yes, although it might be easier to get them unlocked before you go, seeing as they're UK mobiles (I presume?).

Re: Unlocking Mobiles
 

I had the SIM lock restriction removed the other day on my Noka 6230i (mine was locked to Orange). I've successfully tested it with a Virgin SIM which means I'll be able to use it with an AUS SIM. You need to post your IMEI number on the unlock forum at http://unlocknokia.us/ and one of the guys will help you with the passcode you need to enter. The site seems to do quite a few Nokias as some sort of public service.

LP

Re: Unlocking Mobiles
 

I am sure there is a "little man in the market" of your UK home town - far easier to get it unlocked there than to try and get a phone unlocked in Australia! Do that before you leave I suggest.

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Just do it online - takes 5 minutes.

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Doesn't work for all phones, lots of newer ones need carrier unlock, which costs around 15 quid, either way best to go it before leaving.

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If you do it in Brisbane go to mobiles made simple on Adelaide Street. He'll sort you out. mobilemadesimple.com.au