What is the unlock code for a Verizon, LG g5

[AC Question]

Trying to use my phone for boost, and it will not work

 

[tgp]

A Verizon LTE phone is SIM unlocked, but only for GSM carriers. Boost uses Sprint, which is another CDMA carrier. A Verizon phone will not work.

That said, I don't know anything about unlocking CDMA capabilities, the bands used by Verizon and Boost, or if it even could work in theory. But the SIM unlocked status of Verizon phones applies to the LTE part, which is GSM.

 

[hallux]

Verizon phones have been sold unlocked for a few years now. However, the Verizon-branded phone may not contain the hardware needed to connect to the networks Boost uses.

You can go to the Boost site, click the Activate Your Phone at the top right. On that screen, select to move your number from another carrier to Boost. That results in a screen asking for the IMEI of your device, this will check the device to see if it is compatible with the Boost network.

Edit - Dang work got in the way and tgp beat me to it!

 

[pkcable]

Your phone is not locked, the issue is, that Boost Mobile is a subsidiary of Sprint a CDMA carrier and that would require the phone to be added to their database in order for it to work. Your phone can and should work on any Verizon subsidiary (such as Total Wireless or Page Plus), OR any GSM provider such as T-Mobile, AT&T or any others that use GSM technology. You just can't use Sprint or those that operate through or on Sprint's network.



EDIT: Damn I got busy at work while composing this message now it appears like I'm WAY late to the party! LOL

 

[tgp]

Edit - Dang work got in the way and tgp beat me to it!

EDIT: Damn I got busy at work while composing this message now it appears like I'm WAY late to the party! LOL

No worries guys; you have no idea how furiously I was typing to beat both of you. I get my satisfaction from little things!