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hi, i had service through nextel and i changed over to boost mobile, i want to transfer my data from my old sim card ( phone- ie502) to my new sim card (phone- i335). I put my card in the new phone and it asked for a special code. is there a special code that you know of? and could you tell me what to do if i get past the special code. thank you
Your Boost device is not compatible with your Nextel SIM card, unfortunately. Even though Nextel and Boost are now owned by the same company, Sprint, they are still not compatible. You can take both phones into a Sprint store and see if they can assist you in getting the information off of your old phone and putting it onto your new one, but that is your best option. The reason the new phone is asking for a code is because it's SIM locked to only work with a Boost SIM. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN
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DebiN
Expertise
I can answer questions on cellular phones, the physical device, the network, contracts, billing, ordering, porting and what to look for when purchasing cell phones. I am located in the United States. I am an expert on BlackBerrys, Treos, HTC devices and iPhones as well as cellphones and aircards. I have over 15 years of experience in both the wireless and wireline world with the carriers. I have a lot of knowledge regarding the wireless providers - their services, prices and policies, both GSM AT&T and T-Mobile) and CDMA (Verizon, Sprint/Nextel). I am very familiar with the individual devices and their specifications. I can also answer questions regarding BlackBerrys, iPhones and other PDAs, both Palm-based and Windows-based. I can troubleshoot most any problem someone is having with their cellular device or with the provider.
Experience
Over 20 years in the Telecom industry working for the carriers with individuals, small business, medium business and large corporations(Fortune 500). Also worked as a professor in Maryland for 10 years teaching telecommunications.
Organizations
I belong to several organizations
Education/Credentials
Master's in Telecommunications
Awards and Honors
Received several awards for papers that I have published over the years
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