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jmcomms
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This is the funniest thread I've read in ages!!
Anyone on here old enough to remember the code that enabled EFR (Enhanced Full Rate) that was passed on as a way of getting free calls? Obviously everyone who passed it on knew a mate that hadn't been charged for calls for months...
Crazy!
And, for what it's worth, if you enter **# then instead of getting one extra bar, it fixes the phone to maximum signal at all times. In fact, it even makes the phone work in tunnels, under the sea or on trips to the International Space Station.
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jcwhite_uk
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On 2005-08-26 14:23:21, jmcomms wrote:
And, for what it's worth, if you enter **# then instead of getting one extra bar, it fixes the phone to maximum signal at all times. In fact, it even makes the phone work in tunnels, under the sea or on trips to the International Space Station.
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I have just tested **# here on the International Space station and can confirm that it does work! I am going to forward that code onto my friend on Mars as he keeps complaing about the GSM reception there.
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defensive
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Any chance this code will work on Uranus as well?
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Itanium
Joined: Jun 13, 2005
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No the Uranus authorities have banned the usage of # (read: hash) on the planet due to certain reasons well known on earth too. Therefore, you are out of luck. |
sailaab
Joined: May 19, 2005
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No No this **# code really works !! Atleast on GSM phones.. I just entered it, switched off and removed the SIM. Infact upon switching on, I found ALL the SIM Data was saved on handset.. Without SIM its showing full Signal and I even got a call from JCWhite saying he may 'drop in' on Earth next weekend !
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atrang
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Heard for the 1st time about this.  |
K750i_lvr
Joined: Aug 17, 2005
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HES RIGHT IT DOES WORK LOOK AT NETWORK SIGNAL WHEN SENDING |
defensive
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On 2005-09-05 20:28:22, K750i_lvr wrote:
HES RIGHT IT DOES WORK LOOK AT NETWORK SIGNAL WHEN SENDING
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 I sure hope this is a joke mate
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Carlsb3rg
Joined: Jun 07, 2003
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From: Kuwait
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The explanation for this is pretty simple. I've used this trick for years, but i use a different code, *555# which is the code to check my balance on my network. The trick can be used on any network and my guess is using a code that works on ur network. What a code usually does is request info from the operator. This sends a signal to the operator, and the operator will try to send you back the requested info. Now if you are in a low network area, this will give you a signal boost since the operator is trying to send you info. |
luckykid
Joined: Apr 27, 2005
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wont it be something to do with refreshing your signal? i.e your signal goes static but when you request something it updates the display? |
Kwiksta
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 never worked for me
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Glenny
Joined: Feb 26, 2005
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From: Mars
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this could save lives, if youre trapped on an island and you need more reception, you could ring your momma!!! i watch too much 'lost' lol, yay american t.v in UK!!!
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Kwiksta
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lol, i dont blame u, i luuurve lost
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BONDIE_86
Joined: May 23, 2005
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it doesnt work for me, maybe because i always have a full reception 
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indecline
Joined: Jul 02, 2003
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LOL circus..
just press together * and # and wait 2 seconds...
2 bars ++
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Posted: 2005-08-26 14:23
