cola, rx330

The serial number shows it's from AT&T. Referring to Apple site, that serial number is a locked AT&T. So, that means, there's a software unlocked it (since my is not using xSIM).

At Bangkok, a lot of the shops there sell "software unlock" and xSIM unlock as well. The seller told me they pay for the software unlock meaning i can't upgrade through iTunes.

The odd thing about my software unlock is that i have no options (i don't have that switch in the settings) to choose operator. Even when i roam it automatically selects the foreign operator. It works fine so i have no problem with it.

Probably i have to wait until the dev team / ZiPhone can do something to have a full unlock.

Is there really an "officially unlocked" iPhone 3G? None that I know of.

I'm using the iPhone 3G with AT&T carrier now. Wondering how am I gonna unlock it next time in M'sia? Since it's not meant to be sold in M'sia, therefore I think its not really compatible with the network in M'sia.

Also, I think some of the apps won't function in M'sia, liek the GPS apps. Well technically, iPhone will not work in M'sia. Even if it does, you will not fully utilize the full function of it. Of course, after you unlock it, you can make calls or SMS.

Right now, I'm looking at a backup phone just in case my iPhone 3G doesn't work in M'sia. Looking at N95.

Can you use the GPS function?

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Added on October 23, 2008, 1:38 am

I guess so

Okay. I have my iPhone 3G from U.S. So its a U.S unit. I'm planning to unlock it end of this year before I go home.

Looking at all the posting, I see that you guys suggest getting the Officially unlocked phone. Unfortunately, mine ain't officially unlocked, its LOCKED.

I'm guessing the software to unlock the phone (NOT USING SIM REBEL or  whatsoever) is out. Is it still Ziphone software?

WARNING. Do NOT upgrade to 2.1 with iPhone 3G from Singapore on Maxis 3G in Malaysia. I can't say this enough times.

Downgrade to 2.0.2. On 2.0.2 generally no issues with Maxis.