By unlocking your Nokia N95 8GB, you will be able to use the phone with any GSM network worldwide. In order to unlock the phone, you have to purchase a special unlock code from a pay site. These sites generate individual codes using the phone's IMEI number. Once the phone is unlocked, you can insert a SIM card from any GSM network you want.
Instructions
1. Remove the back cover of the phone and take out the battery.
2. Locate the International Mobile Equipment Identification (IMEI) number printed on a sticker under the battery.
3. Contact your wireless service provider, and tell the company representative that you wish to unlock your Nokia N95. Usually, the service provider is reluctant to give away the code. You will have to convince the rep that you have a genuine reason for having the phone unlocked, like you're traveling abroad or you've purchased the phone from eBay and it came locked.
If the service provider still refuses to give you the unlock code, purchase it online from websites like Unlocking, GSM Liberty and Unlock It Now. Codes cost around $25 to $49 depending on your carrier, as of 2010.
4. Charge your phone and insert the SIM card. Type "#PW+" on the main screen.
5. Enter the unlock code. Entering an inaccurate code more than a few times can lock your handset permanently.
6. Type "+1#" after entering the code. Your cell phone screen should now read "SIM Restriction Off."
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