04-17-2020 04:26 PM - edited 01-05-2022 10:24 AM
I have a compatible unlocked phone.
I have a fresh new number
My phone doesn't recognize my sim or pm provider.
I can not make selections for data due to sim not recognized.
Galaxy S8
SM-G950W
IMEI 35*************
Sim not registered
It has been a month now and still no service.....Help
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04-17-2020 05:01 PM
No joy.
Also tried restart without sim then with.
04-17-2020 05:01 PM - edited 04-17-2020 05:02 PM
@4x4albert wrote:Fox mobile is equivalent to public mobile in the usa. If that sim worked I'm unlocked.
@4x4albert no it is not by any means the same your phone is probably locked do the samsung online support
04-17-2020 05:00 PM
@4x4albert did you try my 2 suggestions? Thanks.
04-17-2020 04:59 PM
Fox mobile is equivalent to public mobile in the usa. If that sim worked I'm unlocked.
04-17-2020 04:53 PM
@4x4albert what is a fox sim how does that make it unlocked?
04-17-2020 04:51 PM
04-17-2020 04:39 PM - edited 04-17-2020 04:50 PM
@4x4albert Hi are you sure it's unlocked? please you are on a public forum edit your post we do not need your EMEI number top right corner 3 dots click edit you can contact samsung on the web and technical support will help you unlock it
04-17-2020 04:31 PM - edited 04-17-2020 04:41 PM
@4x4albert Try in order:
1. Try putting your phone on aeroplane mode for 5 minutes. Take it off and restart
2. Try resetting your network settings
Galaxy S8 network follow the steps below:
Let us know if this doesn't work. Stay safe.
@computergeek541 please edit @4x4albert ' s personal information. Thanks.
04-17-2020 04:31 PM - edited 04-17-2020 05:08 PM
@4x4albert One Month? Why haven't you went to the community sooner? You will have to contact a moderator to get this issue fixed.
Contact a moderator:
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04-17-2020 04:28 PM
@4x4albert wrote:I have a compatible unlocked phone.
I have a fresh new number
My phone doesn't recognize my sim or pm provider.
I can not make selections for data due to sim not recognized.
Galaxy S8
SM-G950W
IMEI 355757081632289
Sim not registered
It has been a month now and still no service.....Help
One month that is a long time.. contact a moderator:
Please use the chatbot SIMon to help you solve your issue. If SIMon cannot solve your issue then you have the option to contact a moderator.
Step 1: Choose the ? button at the right bottom corner of this page or choose “Get Help” at the top of the page and then choose the “Chat with SIMon” button.
Step 2: Tell SIMon what the issue is and see if he can find a solution for you.
Step 3: If Simon cannot find a solution then type in “moderator” to connect to a Public Mobile customer service representative.
Step 4: Simon will present you with two choices. Choose “Account-specific question”
Step 5 Then choose “No, I want a human”
Step 6 Create your ticket
Check the sent folder to make sure your ticket was sent (envelope icon, top right) and the inbox for a reply from the moderators.
“To ensure the safety of our team members during the COVID-19 pandemic, our Moderator team is working at reduced levels. During this time, you may experience longer than normal wait times when contacting our Moderator team for help.”
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