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QUESTION: I was wondering what i needed to do in order to flash my BLACKBERRY CURVE 8330 which is a US CELLULAR phone,to another carrier such as SPRINT. Is it even possible??? THANKS

ANSWER: It's only possible if you get the device unlocked and have someone flash it for you, much like they do with a cell phone. A Curve 8330 will work on the Sprint network if it is flashed. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN

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QUESTION: DO U KNOW IF US CELLULAR UNLOCKS OR ANY METHOD I COULD USE??? IVE TAKEN IT TO A FEW DEALERS AND THEY COULDNT FIND AN UNLOCK CODE...THANKS

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They won't unlock a phone that doesn't have service with them. You would have to find someone who has the machinery to "break" the unlock code. I'm surprised the dealers can't do this for you, but you may be able to find someone on the internet to do it (for a charge). Be careful though, I never recommend this. I think it's much wiser to buy a new BlackBerry for Sprint (they are practically free now with new service). I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN

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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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