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Unlocking an iPhone: description of the process and detailed instructions

Today, the American smartphone iPhone is one of the most in-demand and, therefore, popular mobile devices. And this is understandable, because this gadget is distinguished by its high quality, ability to solve many problems, and most importantly, simplicity. And if for American and European users there are almost no disadvantages to the iPhone 5s, then here in the CIS countries things are worse.

Some iPhone models are only tied to a specific mobile operator. As a result, the owner of the gadget cannot use the services of other operators. But this problem also has a solution, which is called “unlocking”.

iPhone unlocking is performed in various service centers and workshops. But you can also do this yourself. We suggest you read the instructions that will help you with this procedure and help you unlock your iPhone 5s.

What is unlocking and how to eliminate the disadvantage of the gadget?

iPhone unlocking is an important process that helps solve the “one carrier” problem. It also helps if the iPhone does not see the SIM card. What stages does this operation include? The first step to unlocking is to install the well-known Jailbreak.

This utility allows the user to gain access to full control of the phone. In addition, Jailbreak helps in installing themes for the iOS operating system, other shortcuts, screen swipe options, and colors. And this program will also help us unlock iPhone 5s.

The second step is to install the UltraSnow application, with the help of which the iPhone is unlocked - the block on the functioning of other mobile operators is removed. The unpleasant thing is that the program may not work on all new firmware, since the protection is constantly being improved and you have to wait for the Ultra Snow update to unlock your iPhone on the new version of iOS.

The gadget can also be unlocked using a program called Turbo SIM. The use of this program affects the settings of the chip that is responsible for receiving mobile networks. If we compare this program with Ultra Snow, then the unlocking stops after rebooting the iPhone 5s.

Therefore, you will have to activate the Turbo SIM program again. After the Turbo SIM program is successfully installed, the smartphone will no longer “recognize” its native SIM card. You shouldn’t be afraid of this, you just need to select the “Emergency call” option and dial 112. After these steps, your native SIM card will be activated.

What are the advantages of Turbo SIM:

  • There is no connection to the operating system firmware version;
  • Allows you to work with any firmware version;
  • A locked iPhone requires software to unlock the gadget.

Disadvantages of Turbo SIM:

  • If your mobile operator does not support the “emergency call” feature, then it is better not to start unlocking the iPhone 5s;
  • You need to constantly repeat the activation process when the network disappears or the phone reboots.

For example, if you don’t know how to unlock an iPhone 4, then this program will definitely suit you. And if you are the owner of older versions of the smartphone (3g, 3gs), then you will have to try to solve the problem with the help of Ultra Snow. An unlocked iPhone works exactly the same as before the unlock, no software defects appear.

Official iPhone unlocking or how to unlock your gadget without defects

Now the cellular operator can be officially unlocked using Apple settings. And this can be done remotely. After unlocking, the smartphone will not have any defects, and you will be able to fully use the iPhone. Remote unlocking occurs using the gadget's IMEI number, through databases, Apple services and the operator whose iPhone 5s is in a locked state.

But it's not always possible to unlock your iPhone 5s. There are many mobile operators in the world to which it is fashionable to link your phone. And each of them has its own rules, under which the operator can safely forget about the contract.

For example, in Germany, mobile operators Movistar, Vodafone and T-mobile allow you to unlock your phone only after 2 years. After officially unlocking the iPhone 5s operator, you need to connect the smartphone to a personal computer via iTunes. The communicator itself will contact the database, and after several updates a letter will appear on the computer monitor with the text “Your iPhone has been successfully unlocked.

Full unlocking of iPhone 5s includes fixing a problem called “one carrier”. Of course, you can do the unlocking yourself, but you need to be friends with the programs mentioned above, and also strictly follow the procedure. If you don’t have time to deal with your iPhone5s, then you can always entrust this work to professionals from the service center, who will do everything efficiently, for a decent amount.