[Complete guide] to SIM unlock your HTC One Sprint for free

[Gabriel51]

I would really like to unlock my Sprint m7 to use on T-mobile but;
I'm on 1.61
Hboot 1.60
unlocked BL
S-off
rooted
TWRP

Is there anyway to downgrade so I can use some of the methods posted on XDA?
Thanks

 

[vanito]

I would really like to unlock my Sprint m7 to use on T-mobile but;
I'm on 1.61
Hboot 1.60
unlocked BL
S-off
rooted
TWRP

Is there anyway to downgrade so I can use some of the methods posted on XDA?
Thanks

Yes, read here:

Possible and undocumented.
very long i can describe in technical steps if you can follow them.
find your phone main version deodexed rom.
unlock bootloader with htc dev.
write custom recovery install super su zip.
soff with firewater.
reboot in recovery now write your deodexed rom which u downloaded on first step.

use adb to move current /system/app/HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk to HtcOMADM_SPCS.bak
use adb to put older "HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk" to "/system/app/" download this

https://www.mediafire.com/?rzyxciqxuzezn4y

make unlock same as this thread. HTC ONE FREE SIM Unlock here !

once card working all ok.
use adb to remove /system/app/HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk
use adb to mov original /system/app/HtcOMADM_SPCS.bak to HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk

Note: the steps you have already done skip :good:

BR
Vanito

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I would really like to unlock my Sprint m7 to use on T-mobile but;
I'm on 1.61
Hboot 1.60
unlocked BL
S-off
rooted
TWRP

Is there anyway to downgrade so I can use some of the methods posted on XDA?
Thanks

Or....if want use the solution n°3 in first post of this thread...after you device is UNLOCKED you can flash any New High Rom...always SENSE or DEODEX Sense based....and you not lost more you unlock.

Warning: if you go to Install other RUU/Rom Not Sense based you can lost you Unlock....
Br
Vanito:good:

 

[iBowToAndroid]

Thanks, been searching all day. Just checked net info fluctuating between UMTS/HSDPA.

Would I lose simunlock if I revert to stock? I was on 4.3. Which is the best near stock Rom/RUU, possibly o 5.0.2.

I will buy you a beer

The unlock will stick on any Sense ROM. You cannot RUU if you want to stay unlocked for US use, since the release radio is needed.

I would really like to unlock my Sprint m7 to use on T-mobile but;
I'm on 1.61
Hboot 1.60
unlocked BL
S-off
rooted
TWRP

Is there anyway to downgrade so I can use some of the methods posted on XDA?
Thanks

No downgrade is needed. Only method you need is right here. Read the thread - multiple posts explain exactly what to do

 

[Gabriel51]

The unlock will stick on any Sense ROM. You cannot RUU if you want to stay unlocked for US use, since the release radio is needed.

No downgrade is needed. Only method you need is right here. Read the thread - multiple posts explain exactly what to do

I tried the method in the first post and it did not work, I thought it was becauseas because I have Hboot 1.60?

 

[Gabriel51]

Yes, read here:

Possible and undocumented.
very long i can describe in technical steps if you can follow them.
find your phone main version deodexed rom.
unlock bootloader with htc dev.
write custom recovery install super su zip.
soff with firewater.
reboot in recovery now write your deodexed rom which u downloaded on first step.

use adb to move current /system/app/HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk to HtcOMADM_SPCS.bak
use adb to put older "HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk" to "/system/app/" download this

https://www.mediafire.com/?rzyxciqxuzezn4y

make unlock same as this thread. HTC ONE FREE SIM Unlock here !

once card working all ok.
use adb to remove /system/app/HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk
use adb to mov original /system/app/HtcOMADM_SPCS.bak to HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk

Note: the steps you have already done skip :good:

BR
Vanito

---------- Post added at 04:03 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:57 PM ----------



Or....if want use the solution n°3 in first post of this thread...after you device is UNLOCKED you can flash any New High Rom...always SENSE or DEODEX Sense based....and you not lost more you unlock.

Warning: if you go to Install other RUU/Rom Not Sense based you can lost you Unlock....
Br
Vanito:good:

I'll read this again when i have a few more minutes to make sure I understand what you are saying.

 

[iBowToAndroid]

I tried the method in the first post and it did not work, I thought it was becauseas because I have Hboot 1.60?

HBOOT doesn't matter. Neither does software version. Ignore the OP. Read the thread.

 

[Gabriel51]

HBOOT doesn't matter. Neither does software version. Ignore the OP. Read the thread.

Is there a specific locating for this information? there is over 800 posts, are you suggesting I read all 800+ post?
Something matters because the information in the first pages does not contain the answer you are eluding to.
Do you know the answer?

 

[Gabriel51]

Well I'm at a dead end!
I downgraded everything to what is listed in the OP, I installed the 4.1.2 ROM (listed there), which did not allow the revealing of the sim lock menu but I installed Viper 1.0.0 and then was able to see the menu.
But even after selecting the "sim lock" item, then reboot I still don't have an unlocked sim. I still have the "SIMLock enabled".
I have an active T-Mobile sim installed.

 

[iBowToAndroid]

Is there a specific locating for this information? there is over 800 posts, are you suggesting I read all 800+ post?
Something matters because the information in the first pages does not contain the answer you are eluding to.
Do you know the answer?

No, I was suggesting that you use the search function. I have posted the full steps a few times in the thread. If the phone isn't working, check the IMEI. Also need to make sure you're on the release radio

 

[Gabriel51]

No, I was suggesting that you use the search function. I have posted the full steps a few times in the thread. If the phone isn't working, check the IMEI. Also need to make sure you're on the release radio

I've been around since 08, I know how to use the search function!
If it's inside this thread, what specifically are you searching for, if what is posted in the OP is not working?
The IMEI has nothing to do with it, the radio is the recommended one, all the perimeters are posted in the screen shot.
If you have something specific to contribute, please do so! If not please don't!

 

[coal686]

I've been around since 08, I know how to use the search function!
If it's inside this thread, what specifically are you searching for, if what is posted in the OP is not working?
The IMEI has nothing to do with it, the radio is the recommended one, all the perimeters are posted in the screen shot.
If you have something specific to contribute, please do so! If not please don't!

I'm guessing he meant this post since it's his most thanked post in this thread (and ever):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53429487

 

[Gabriel51]

I'm guessing he meant this post since it's his most thanked post in this thread (and ever):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53429487

From the OP
"Now with the release of 4.3 Sprint made it more difficult. (Note even on the 4.4.2 base nothing has changed, the process is the same) The unlock uses a file called HtcOMADM_SPCS which was modified in 4.3, so the unlock no longer works."
I saw a total of three thanks for that post?

Thanks...

 

[iBowToAndroid]

From the OP
"Now with the release of 4.3 Sprint made it more difficult. (Note even on the 4.4.2 base nothing has changed, the process is the same) The unlock uses a file called HtcOMADM_SPCS which was modified in 4.3, so the unlock no longer works."
I saw a total of three thanks for that post?

Thanks...

1. Ignore the "4.3" in my post. Doesn't matter what software version you're using
2. If you keep reading in the OP, directly after the "...so the unlock no longer works" piece, there is a red header that says "Solution"
3. Thanks count means nothing. I've unlocked dozens of Sprint M7s. Very easy process and every single one has worked the exact same way.

 

[Gabriel51]

1. Ignore the "4.3" in my post. Doesn't matter what software version you're using
2. If you keep reading in the OP, directly after the "...so the unlock no longer works" piece, there is a red header that says "Solution"
3. Thanks count means nothing. I've unlocked dozens of Sprint M7s. Very easy process and every single one has worked the exact same way.

I have read and done all of that many times, however it does not work on my device?
I was able to reach the hidden screen and select the "sim lock" but backing out and rebooting from the sim unlock helper screen did not work.
I had to select "reboot" from the same menu located just a couple of items up from the Sim lock selection. Make sure "Data" is on and GSM is selected.
I was successful only on the "Viper 1.0.0 rom.
I now have a working T-mobile connection...:laugh:

 

[iBowToAndroid]

I have read and done all of that many times, however it does not work on my device?
I was able to reach the hidden screen and select the "sim lock" but backing out and rebooting from the sim unlock helper screen did not work.
I had to select "reboot" from the same menu located just a couple of items up from the Sim lock selection Make sure "Data" is on and GSM is selected.
I was successful only on the "Viper 1.0.0 rom.
I now have a working T-mobile connection...:laugh:

Strange. Glad it's working though

 

[NoodleSoup]

I would really like to unlock my Sprint m7 to use on T-mobile but;
I'm on 1.61
Hboot 1.60
unlocked BL
S-off
rooted
TWRP

Is there anyway to downgrade so I can use some of the methods posted on XDA?
Thanks

Hey Gabriel,

May i ask how you were able to get your S-Off on the Hboot 1.60?
I Have been looking for a way to get my S-Off for Hboot 1.6, but no luck so far.

Thanks,

 

[Gabriel51]

Hey Gabriel,

May i ask how you were able to get your S-Off on the Hboot 1.60?
I Have been looking for a way to get my S-Off for Hboot 1.6, but no luck so far.

Thanks,

SunShine was the only way I found.

 

[LexApp]

The unlock will stick on any Sense ROM. You cannot RUU if you want to stay unlocked for US use, since the release radio is needed.

No downgrade is needed. Only method you need is right here. Read the thread - multiple posts explain exactly what to do

Thanks. So I can RUU ans remain unlock outside the US?

 

[iBowToAndroid]

Thanks. So I can RUU ans remain unlock outside the US?

Yep. Once you tap the "sim lock" button in the menu, it's permanent

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Hey Gabriel,

May i ask how you were able to get your S-Off on the Hboot 1.60?
I Have been looking for a way to get my S-Off for Hboot 1.6, but no luck so far.

Thanks,

SunShine was the only way I found.

On early HBOOTs, S-OFF can be obtained using the early, free S-OFF tools

 

[viperthegod]

After completing the GSm unlock, what ROM do you guys recommend?

I plan to use this on criket. I would like a stable lollipop Rom. or the most stable available rom.