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jace88 on 07/02/2020 - 08:52 fonefunshop.com (3219 clicks)
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After buying the Samsung Galaxy A20, Ozbargain's Best Budget Smartphone (Under $300) in 2019, I was looking for an unlocking solution since it was a Vodafone model. I PM'd the fonefunshop rep and they were able to offer a 10% off coupon for OzBargainers upon check out. Original price is already competitive at £3 but with the coupon, it comes down to £2.7 (about $5.20 AUD). Note that the unlocking software requires Windows (no Mac/Linux support).

For further details on how this works, refer to rep's comment. Previously, rep also posted guidance here.

Note: It's worthwhile checking if your phone needs unlocking first at the Vodafone handset unlock self-service as I was about to buy this when I realised the Vodafone website mentioned my specific phone was already unlocked! I'm sharing this deal as I messaged the rep asking for an OzBargain code, and whilst I didn't end up needing it, I wanted to share it with the community.

EDIT: Turned out the Vodafone website incorrectly identified my Big W Vodafone Samsung Galaxy A20 as unlocked. It wasn't, and there wasn't a way to unlock it through Vodafone. I ended up paying the $5.20 or so to FoneFunShop, and it's unlocked my A20 as promised. I tried running the software in W10 Sandbox mode and it didn't work, but when I ran it in normal W10, it worked fine. For those wondering how long it takes, it took about an hour between when I ordered and when I got the activation/licence key (8:30pm on a Saturday night) - but keep in mind these guys are UK based so I believe if it's their night time, they may take a bit longer to send out the codes.

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  • the-fuzz on 07/02/2020 - 08:56
    -8

    so you never used this service and cannot vouch for it?

    • jace88 on 07/02/2020 - 08:57
      +22

      There's been enough posts/comments on here supporting them (from my limited research) hence why I was on my way to order it. Just sharing in case others are interested (and since the rep was good enough to respond when I asked if they could do a deal for OzBargainers).

      • Arthur Dunger on 07/02/2020 - 09:10
        +14

        Nice work OP, I can vouch for it. I've unlocked two Samsung Galaxy A20 and one A30 with this link. You should add A30 to the title.

        Here are some deals on these network locked phones if anyone wants to take advantage of this.
        Vodafone Samsung Galaxy A20 $169, Optus Galaxy A30 $249 Delivered @ Australia Post
        Vodafone Samsung Galaxy A20 + Cygnett Clear Case $179 @ Big W

        • lycos on 07/02/2020 - 09:20
          -1

          I'd like to know if this service covers A30 as well.
          I had mine locked to optus on last black friday amazon deal.

          • Arthur Dunger on 07/02/2020 - 09:24
            +2

            @lycos: Click on the link and scroll down until you see Supported Models / Credit Costs. You will see it says A30.

            • lycos on 07/02/2020 - 09:29

              @Arthur Dunger: Thanks.
              Having this issue: "Sorry, the coupon you entered cannot be applied to the items in your cart"

          • ozhunter68 on 07/02/2020 - 10:39
            +3

            @IVI: Same with all the carriers. Some work better in some areas than others, but remember that none of them work best in all areas.

            The phones are subsidized from new unlocked price, hence All carriers have this "tax."

            • IVI on 07/02/2020 - 12:05
              -2

              @ozhunter68: Satelite phones should be OK
              ~everywhere in AU, no?

              • yomama on 07/02/2020 - 12:21
                +3

                @IVI: No, they dont work in my basement.

          • JimmyF on 10/03/2020 - 22:20

            @IVI:

            This A20's $50 Unlock fee feels like a "Tax for Trying Voda" IMO

            Prepaid phones are sold at a discount, compared to unlocked phones.

            This 'tax' is stop people buying a vodaphone prepaid phone and using say an optus sim in it.

            As the phone is sold for much lower profits, in the hope of gaining income from the phone service plan.

        • Cliffy91 on 07/02/2020 - 18:17

          How long does it take for them to send out the code and instructions?

          • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 07/02/2020 - 19:24
            +3

            @Cliffy91: We are in the UK Cliff, so time diff is a problem sometimes for you guys

            we process them at about 8am if ordered after 10pm GMT

            ive just processed and emailed all customers this morning (our time)

            sorry for the delay guys but we do need our beauty sleep here :)

    • jace88 on 08/02/2020 - 23:05
      +2

      Just wanted to post an update (and have edited deal above). My phone was incorrectly identified as unlocked on Vodafone site (bought from Big W) as it wouldn't work with a Telstra sim. Bought the deal using the coupon (worked fine) and am happy with the results.

      Top tip: read instructions; or watch the video.

  • OhPee on 07/02/2020 - 09:16
    +12

    upvote for a good post with good info

  • wots on 07/02/2020 - 09:42
    -7

    This requires installing fonefunshop software on your PC! risk of malware or viruses, proceed at your own risk

    • Muzeeb on 07/02/2020 - 09:55
      +8

      Oh please. There would have been heaps of complaints by now. Sometimes you just have to trust.

      • IVI on 07/02/2020 - 12:04
        -4

        A "properly designed Malwarea"
        would be wait a bit ('til lotsa
        folks had installed it) before activating its attack &/or send-
        ing home its collection of
        Login Details, etc.

      • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 07/02/2020 - 19:48
        +5

        hi,

        so you understand, the software is themidia protected to stop anyone reverse engineering and accessing our server-side algorithms, your antivirus will detect this protection as a threat because it cannot read past the encryption. I can assure you and so can thousands of previous users, it's 100% safe, and not malicious.

  • frugalftw on 07/02/2020 - 09:55
    -1

    I've locked myself out of Xiaomi's mi Account thingy as I didn't think it's relevant when I first started using the phone… Now it pops up whenever I swap SIM cards and I have to have it to root the device. Is there a way to unlock that?

    frugalftw on 07/02/2020 - 09:55 (Collapsed - Offtopic. Show)
    • StuBalls on 07/02/2020 - 10:10
      +2

      what're you doing using a Xiaomi account on a Samsung phone?

      • frugalftw on 07/02/2020 - 10:20

        It's not a Samsung phone, I thought I'd just ask since it's Android system.

        • ozhunter68 on 07/02/2020 - 10:37

          Maybe try jumping on a Xiaomi post/forum and ask that question there with better chance of answer.

          • frugalftw on 07/02/2020 - 12:14
            +1

            @ozhunter68: Thank you, I just emailed their global support. Waiting for response now..

  • ChadHominem on 07/02/2020 - 10:29
    +4

    Upvote for all of the effort to save yourself 30p

  • tranter on 07/02/2020 - 10:37
    +1

    Vodafone will normally unlock your phone for free if you go on live chat and ask nicely. I've done it 2 or 3 times with new prepaid phones. Just say you're travelling overseas.

    • jimbobaus on 07/02/2020 - 11:12
      +1

      This is very true
      Stores can also email unlocking team and have the website unlock page payment requirement removed

      • bargainparker on 07/02/2020 - 11:34
        +1

        And a very not true. It can work, but it doesn't. I tried the same thing, travelling overseas. Sorry, can't do. After third time calling, gave up. I am not saying it doesn't work, just that it doesn't work 100% of time.

        • jimbobaus on 07/02/2020 - 11:34
          -3

          Can tell you 100% if you go into store, it will be waived if you ask nicely :)

          • bargainparker on 07/02/2020 - 11:38

            @jimbobaus: Didn't try store, just online, but late now since it's been unlocked. Will keep that in mind when we buy a next phone. Kids aren't good at keeping them alive for long 😐

          • tranter on 07/02/2020 - 12:10
            +1

            @jimbobaus: I went in-store and they wouldn't unlock for free. In my experience they are more willing to do it on live chat.

  • Danstar on 07/02/2020 - 11:22

    I got Optus locked A30 and it’s been a huge hassle to try get unlocked. None of those 3rd party sites could do it.

    I’ve asked Optus to do it. They say it will be done in 5-7 days cos
    It’s not in their system . That was 2 months ago

    Not when I try to turn on phone it says it needs a network unlock code to get into it. Which again, Optus can not provide

    • Arthur Dunger on 07/02/2020 - 11:33

      Have you tried unlocking it with this deal?

      • Danstar on 07/02/2020 - 23:10

        I will

        • jace88 on 11/02/2020 - 21:38
          +1

          Did it work?

        • JimmyF on 10/03/2020 - 22:21

          don't leave us hanging……

    • frugalftw on 07/02/2020 - 12:17

      I just had to do the same with an Optus dumb phone, they said minimum of 7 days… I hope I get it before Easter lol In the meantime, you can use those $4.90 Catch SIMs. I tried and they worked about 2 months ago.

    • R3XNebular on 08/02/2020 - 09:07

      Got a free unlock code from Optus after a week for my portable 4G. The email went to spam though so you should check

      • Danstar on 08/02/2020 - 09:56

        Yeh I have. But every time on chat they seem to say there’s an issue wait another 5-7 days

  • BrutusB on 07/02/2020 - 12:18
    +1

    Added £3 to cart. Enter code in cart. Code rejected with: 'Sorry, the coupon you entered cannot be applied to the items in your cart.

    Not working atm.

    • jace88 on 07/02/2020 - 13:21

      I’ve messaged the rep to get his attention.

      • Gaz1 on 07/02/2020 - 15:37

        Great - if they open it back up again then perhaps if you could find out the new expiry date?

        • jace88 on 07/02/2020 - 18:22

          They’re UK based so not awake I think but it should’ve been for a month. Will update as soon as rep messages back.

    • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 07/02/2020 - 19:30
      +2

      sorry guys, the coupon was not working for some reason :(

      i have just fixed it, and its working perfectly now :)

      • Gaz1 on 07/02/2020 - 19:33

        Great - what is the expiry of the coupon?

        • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 07/02/2020 - 19:42
          +1

          No problem, it expires April 30th 2020

  • littlesoldier on 07/02/2020 - 20:27

    From my understanding most big telcos are having all their postpaid phones unlocked by default. Probably good for prepaid phones tho

  • wazzawinner on 07/02/2020 - 22:24
    +2

    I can comfirm the Vodofone Samsung Galaxy A20 that I purchased from Australia post today was locked and unlocking from fonefunshop successfuly unlocked. But when the coupon for the discount would not work. must of been before they fixed it.

  • mysterybox on 08/02/2020 - 01:14

    Will it work to unlock Telstra A20?
    I bought it from Coles on last deal

    • ImHotAsHell on 08/02/2020 - 19:54

      I wanna do the same too for my telstra A20 that I bought from Coles last week deal.
      I hope to get the answer. Please update whether you succeed or not using this.. thanks

      • Arthur Dunger on 10/02/2020 - 05:10
        +1

        Yes it will work. I would try a Vodafone or Optus sim card before purchasing just to confirm it's actually network locked.

  • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 08/02/2020 - 02:09
    +1

    should do yes, try it.

  • MisplacedGaijin on 08/02/2020 - 07:30

    Hmmm … their web page https://www.fonefunshop.com/direct-unlock-server-credit-for-samsung-galaxy-s8-s8-a10-a20-a40-a50-a7-m20.html only has windoze (not linux or mac) options ?

  • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 08/02/2020 - 07:40

    windows only im afraid

    • MisplacedGaijin on 08/02/2020 - 08:04

      Thanks for the update … at the risk of unintentionally starting a flame war (seriously !) the need of this software to run in windows supervisor level negates what seems to otherwise be an good product at an excellent price point.

      Guess I'll have to wait for 6 months for Tel$tra to drop the unlock price from $80 to $25 (sigh).

      • jace88 on 11/02/2020 - 21:40

        If I could be bothered I'd set up a new Windows install on a separate partition for things like this… but I haven't lol.

        I tried using Win 10 Sandbox but it couldn't access the USB :(

  • tomb on 08/02/2020 - 11:20

    Does unlocking with a third party void warranty?

    • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 08/02/2020 - 12:26

      no, if you use an inferior tool that triggers knox, that will void your warranty. our server does not trigger knox, so warranty remains intact.

  • DaddysBelt on 08/02/2020 - 15:52

    Purchased but waiting for approval 😴

    • jace88 on 08/02/2020 - 23:22

      Mine took about an hour to arrive (ordered 8:30pm sydney time on a Saturday, arrived around 9:30pm). Make sure you check your email for the "Order # xxx is changed" as it'll have the licence activation key (under the word "PIN") in the middle of the email.

  • trainingwheelz on 09/02/2020 - 00:49

    Is the A7 in the title meant to be the A70 model?

  • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 09/02/2020 - 00:56
    +1

    hi,

    models can get confusing with samsung, so i will try my best here

    A70 is an A7050

    i dont think A70 this is supported but you can try it and we can possible add it, if it fails just message us the log via the website

    A7 is:
    A7 2016 SM-A710F
    A7 2017 SM-A720F
    A7 2018 SM-A750

    these are supported

  • [Deactivated] on 10/02/2020 - 09:31

    hi @fonefunshop, once i made the purchase, is there any expiry on when I should use it? i.e. 1 month from purchase?

    • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 10/02/2020 - 19:10
      +1

      hi,

      there is no expiry date on the license.

  • tryagain on 10/02/2020 - 21:24

    Has anyone else had the following issue

    20:12:49 > Getting data from server: OK!
    20:13:21 > Detecting diag port: ERROR! [ NO_PORT_FOUND ]
    20:13:21 > DIAG PORT NOT FOUND!
    20:13:21 > PLEASE MANUALLY SET IT BY *#0808# and select DM+ACM+ADB!
    20:14:02 > Detecting diag port: ERROR! [ NO_PORT_FOUND ]
    20:14:02 > UNLOCK: END!

    The DM+ACM+ADB port is selected.

    • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 11/02/2020 - 01:58

      make sure you install usb drivers
      reboot pc
      reboot phone
      turn on usb debugging
      connect phone powered on without sim to pc, and enter any passcodes it may have
      check windows device manager, make sure drivers are installed
      press unlock new for A20
      keep an eye on the phone, its going to ask for permissions multiple times

      • tryagain on 11/02/2020 - 07:20

        Thanks, I think it was the USB drivers that hadn't installed properly but all ok now.

        • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 11/02/2020 - 07:50

          no problem

  • K1ngJony on 10/02/2020 - 22:16
    +1

    Thanks Op and @fonefunshop Everything worked great

    • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 11/02/2020 - 01:59
      +1

      Excellent :)

      please guys if you used our server and are happy with it, please leave a review

      the links are on the bottom of the instructions we sent you.

      Thanks in advance

  • seek on 12/02/2020 - 17:14

    @fonefunshop, I'm not IT savvy. I want to unlock Samsung A20. Is there a guided instruction / video?

    What's the process from purchasing the unlocking code to actual unlocking of the phone?

    Also does anyone have experience on unlocking the Big W Vodafone Samsung A20? Does it work?

    Cheers

    • jace88 on 12/02/2020 - 19:13
      +1

      See comment from fonefunshop below, but I unlocked the Big W Vodafone Samsung A20 successfully (quite straightforward). The video helps explain it.

      • seek on 13/02/2020 - 11:29

        thank you

  • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 12/02/2020 - 18:15
    +2

    there is a instructional video here to help you

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dJt2WSQTlQ&feature=emb_titl…

    combine this with the instructions you receive with your purchace of a licence (credit) and im sure you will succeed. (example copy below).

    Here is your License: BLAH-BLAH-BLAH-BLAH

    SAM Unlock Instructions

    IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO DOWNLOAD LATEST SOFTWARE - OLD VERSIONS MAY NOT WORK

    1. Download the latest server software and run it, also download and install Samsung modem phone drivers

      Server Software: https://www.fonefunshop.com/files/attachments/samunlock.exe

      USB Drivers: https://www.fonefunshop.com/files/attachments/SAMSUNG_USB.ex…

    Note: If software disappears or wont download - Turn off antivirus / defender / anti-malware or exclude the folder you are running it from, the software is not malicious but is encrypted using themidia which your AV cannot read past so may quarantine it.

    1. Power on your phone WITHOUT SIM CARD and enter your security passcode or pattern on your phone so it is fully working.

      Enable USB Debugging on your phone as below:

      Open Settings, and select About, then to Software Information.

      Tap on “Build number” seven times.

      Go back to settings, and select “Developer options”.

      Scroll down, and check turn on “USB debugging” entry under “Debugging”.

    2. Open the Server Software and enter your License (Credit) and press Apply Activation.

    3. Press unlock and follow instructions.

    Note: if your phone asks for an unlock code after the unlock, enter 00000000 (eight zeros)

    Also Note: Sometimes your phone could be FROZEN (had too many wrong codes entered) our server resets the FREEZE and NCK Codes back to 00000000, so if you power on the phone after the unlock and it still asks for code, enter 00000000 and get an error, then immediately after, enter 00000000 again to complete the unlock. (entering 00000000 twice resets the freeze and unlocks the phone)

    WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS SERVER IF YOUR SAMSUNG PHONE DOES NOT ASK FOR AN UNLOCK CODE

    WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS SERVER IF YOUR SAMSUNG PHONE ALREADY HAS KNOX TRIGGERED AS IT CANNOT WORK

    How to check if KNOX is triggered 

    Power off your device

    Hold Power Button + Home Button + Volume Down Button

    You should see Warning!! Text on your screen.

    You should see some text, you can recognize Knox as

    Knox Warranty Void: 0x0 = (warranty not void / not triggered) This is OK and is SUPPORTED BY SAM UNLOCK SERVER :)

    Knox Warranty Void: 0x1 = (warranty void / triggered) This is NOT OK and is NOT SUPPORTED BY SAM UNLOCK SERVER :(

    ERROR CODES / TROUBLESHOOTING

    Error L7 or L2 = #This error means you forgot to take sim card out or the phone is knox triggered, or USB Drivers not fully installed for all connections (check windows device manager during process, see if any drivers are not installed)

    Error L6 - USE LATEST SOFTWARE
    try key in on your phone *#9900# and put debug level to high
    also the unlock may have actually worked, so try entering 00000000 (eight zeros) as the unlock code as per instructions above (enter it twice if needed)

    PROBLEMS?

    If you have a problem or encounter a different error, please email the log from the software to us (copy & paste), so we can see the problem exactly, and help you. also please make sure you are using the latest version of the software from the link above.

  • wolvesaussie on 13/02/2020 - 15:07

    @fonefunshop can you unlock a Galaxy s7?

    • BrutusB on 13/02/2020 - 15:32
      +1

      Did you even bother to look at the link attached to this? In less than 5 seconds I found your answer. Probably the same amount of time or less it took you to post.

  • LSDhillon on 29/02/2020 - 12:11

    It is legit. I unlocked my Samsung a20 with u3 (whatver that means). Its really cheap and genuine option. Thanks for your help by posting this option here.

  • payless69 on 09/03/2020 - 10:40
    +1

    Perfect service, went online Sunday afternoon and got guided all the way turning my $169 Voda A20 into a $269 unlocked useful device! Thanks OP!

  • jace88 on 10/03/2020 - 22:40
    +2

    If anyone is still interested, Big W has the Vodafone Galaxy A20 for $169 if you can find stock, otherwise Coles has the Telstra A20 for $179: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/523624

  • MynyMouqe on 14/03/2020 - 13:39

    The website seems down - does anybody have a link to an alternative?

    • jace88 on 15/03/2020 - 12:44

      I just opened the site and fonefunshop.com seems to be working. Can you check again?

      • MynyMouqe on 16/03/2020 - 10:47

        Yup, working now - looks like it was down (confirmed with downforeveryoneorjustme) for 12hrs or so, of course at the exact time I needed it lol!

  • AssociatedRosh272 @ FoneFunShop on 17/03/2020 - 06:42

    Does this work for telstra a20.
    Has anybody being successful

    • MynyMouqe on 17/03/2020 - 06:48
      +2

      Yes, did one a couple of days ago.

      Had to use an older version of the software that the seller gave me a link to as the latest didn't work.

  • AssociatedRosh272 @ FoneFunShop on 17/03/2020 - 09:39

    Thanx mate
    Will give atry

  • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 17/03/2020 - 09:45

    for anyone experiencing problems unlocking when using the latest server software.

    try old version 1.0.2.1

    Download link below
    http://www.fonefunshop.com/files/attachments/samunlock-1.0.2…

  • zenzen on 06/04/2020 - 10:14
    +1

    Successfully unlock Samsung Galaxy A20 Vodafone AU prepaid. My prepaid IMEI was not somehow found in the Vodafone online database and due to current COVID19, all Vodafone support is available only for urgent matter so decided to try this service.

    Easy to follow, no issue at all.
    Happy for the service and price. Cheers

  • jinkerjinx on 09/06/2020 - 20:57
    +1

    happy customer here (x3) .. thanks ffs! :)

  • redsmeg on 22/06/2020 - 21:58
    +1

    Anyone got old version…1.0.2.1
    I cant unlock
    21:57:11 > Checking the phone: ERROR! [INVALID DEBUG LEVEL: 0X4F4C]

    EDIT:
    Sorted…
    try key in on your phone *#9900# and put debug level to high

  • dexx on 11/07/2020 - 15:14

    Windows defender will block the samunlock.exe. I had to disable my Defender to get it past

  • deals007 on 15/08/2020 - 19:46

    I am getting this error for A20. Any solutions?

    19:12:38 > FIRMWARE: A20DV-USER / A205YNDVU5BTF3

    19:13:10 > Writing data: ERROR! [ M3 ]
    19:13:11 > If the phone ask to allow usb debuging please accept!

    • jace88 on 16/08/2020 - 00:42
      +1

      Did you enable the USB debugging/etc?

      • deals007 on 16/08/2020 - 14:21

        Yes, USB debugging is ON. My phone has the recent Vodafone firmware. Not sure that is causing the issue.

      • Hephzy on 21/08/2020 - 22:24

        I had the same issue which got resolved today. A new version of the unlock server is available. Download and use that. It'll work.

  • dekaiser on 16/08/2020 - 00:38

    worked a treat, definitely be recommending fonefunshop for future unlocks

  • OldYella on 31/08/2020 - 01:30

    FoneFunShop sent me a beta v1.0.3.5 of the Samunlock software which I used to successfully network unlock my sister's Telstra locked Samsung A20. She had already updated to android 10 so great work by the guys at FoneFunShop to crack it.

  • qian403 on 22/09/2020 - 13:40

    Hi:

    Is FoneFunShop still opening? I made the online payment but still waiting for the license.

    Thanks.

  • Associatedfonefunshop @ FoneFunShop on 22/09/2020 - 16:56
    +1

    Hi,

    yes sure we are open

    check your email spam box incase its gone there, if not email [email protected] tell us your invoice number

    if you dont know it, tell us your name and address you used when ordering, we can find your order and email you back your license

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