Tutorial: How to Factory Unlock an iPhone

In order to unlock your device, we will need the following information:
-Model of iPhone(4, 4S, 5, 5C etc)
-Carrier(Bell, Rogers, Telus etc)
-IMEI Number(Found either on the back of your device, or by dialing *#06# on the phone)

"WARNING"-Before continuing, please make sure that you know password associated with the Apple I.D linked to the device, the unlock requires this information, and if you do not know the password for the Apple I.D, you will be locked out of your phone. Also make sure your device is not blacklisted by checking the imei at http://www.protectyourdata.ca/check-the-status-of-your-device-in-canada/.

Prices vary for the carriers and constantly fluctuate, call us today for a free quote. Once we have the information, we can start to process the unlock. We require you to pay up front if you are taking the device with you, or you can pay when you pick up if you leave the device with us.

It can take up to 3 business days for the unlock to process, it's usually within a day, but sometimes it can take the full 3 business days(We do not need the device during this time).

Once our supplier has processed the unlock, they notify us that phone can now be finalized. To Finalize the unlock, there is a few steps to follow. You will need a Sim card that is NOT compatible with the devices current carrier, the easiest way to check is by inserting it into the phone. If the phone gives you a message that it is an invalid Sim card, then it will work for this step, if it just says No Service, than it will not work for this step. (Keep in mind, that Telus and Koodo are compatible with one another, and Bell and Virgin are also compatible with each other, so these combinations will not work for this step) Have iTunes open on your computer at this point. Once you are confident that you have a non supported Sim card, put it into the device, and have the device bring you to the Invalid Sim Card page. At this point, you can plug it into your computer and hook it into iTunes. Once it connects to iTunes, and it is recognized, it may ask you for your iCloud information, simply put in any information that it is requesting. iTunes will finalize the unlock automatically, it just needs to be hooked into and recognized by iTunes, and the unlock will process itself. Once it has done this, look down at your device, it will be past the invalid Sim card message, and it should be back at the home screen with No Service if it is a dead Sim card, or have your new carrier in the top left corner.

Congratulations, your device is unlocked.

Tutorial: How to Purchase Used Phones off of Kijiji – We-Lectronics

Hi everyone,
Firstly, we thank everyone who likes our We-Lectronics facebook page. We really appreciate it!
Many customers have been asking so we are going to post a quick tutorial on how to purchase a used phone off of Kijiji, Craigslist or any similar in person deal. When buying used there is always a risk but we hope we can help to minimize these risks for you.

1. Understand the terminology
It can be easy to get lost under the weather of tech terminology but if you quickly educate yourself of the basic terms related to cell phones you will find it much easier when purchasing your phone.
ie. Phone Unlocked: This means that the phone can be used on any network. Typically unlocked phones are worth more (especially iphones) and sellers will claim unlocked when really it is not, this is why you check it with an active sim card.
* Note: Even though some phones are unlocked, sometimes hardware is not compatible with certain networks (ie. Wind)
ie. Phone is Locked: This means the opposite, that the phone will only work on the carrier it is locked to.
ie. Active Sim: This is a fully functional sim able to make calls, texts etc. You are paying for a service from your carrier.

2. Always bring an active sim card and make a test call
With the national blacklist in effect, people may be desperate to sell their unusable blacklisted phones for quick profit. To prevent this and to check for all other problems (earpiece, speakers etc.) always bring an active sim card or talk to the seller before to make sure they do.
* Note: Keep in mind the size of your sim card which you have and what is accepted in the phone you are purchasing. There are three: regular, micro, nano

3. Inspect the Phone Carefully
this means to check for any cracks, non-functioning buttons, water damage etc. no indicated by the seller. This is very important because it is easy to miss an issue and you are left to deal with it.
We like to check: earpiece, speakers, touch screen functionality, side and home buttons, charging port, connection to the network, camera. If you are unable to actually use the phone (ie. Iphone on activation menu), it may be worth your time to activate it or alternatively you can message the seller to make sure it is usable prior to showing up.

Always remember when something seems to good to be true it usually is. Always use your brain when buying a used phone and act smart. Its better to be cautious then to be out hard earned cash.

Here are useful links:
1. National blacklist check: http://www.protectyourdata.ca/check-the-status-of-your-dev…/
2. A list of the phones we have for sale: http://kitchener.kijiji.ca/c-PostersOtherAds-W0QQUserIdZ859…
If you found this article helpful we would appreciate your feedback!
Thanks,
We-Lectronics