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By locking the screen, you can help prevent your BlackBerry device from sending accidental messages or pocket dialing. Locking the screen doesn't turn off notifications for incoming calls or messages. Press the Power/Lock key on the top of your device. To unlock the screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
Sep 22, 2015 · If you press and hold the power button a countdown should display on the screen: 3, 2, 1, Powering Off. When you let go before the device powers off, you should see three small icons near the bottom of the display: Cancel, Lock, and Restart. The Lock icon, of course, password locks the phone.
Jan 12, 2014 · At least with the Q10 i can press a number key to access lock screen, but with the Z10 the half swipe is just not a practical way to access the lock screen as it takes too much control when you are on the move.
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- Getting an Unlock Code
- Entering the Code
A phone is great when it works, but traveling can quickly reduce your expensive BlackBerry to an expensive paperweight if your phone isn’t unlocked for local carriers. You can get unlock codes from your carrier or from a third party if your carrier contract doesn’t happen to be up. Follow this guide to learn how to unlock any BlackBerry.
Get your BlackBerry’s IMEI number.
This unique identifier is required by either your carrier or the third-party unlock provider in order to get your unlock code. To retrieve your IMEI number, follow the appropriate steps for your device:
BlackBerry 10 – Go to Settings, then select Advanced. Tap Hardware from the dropdown menu that appears. Your IMEI number will be listed in the window.
BlackBerry 6 and 7 – Click Options, and then click Device. Click Device and Status Information to find the IMEI.
BlackBerry 5 and earlier – Click Options and select Status. Your IMEI will be displayed.
Your carrier will typically unlock your phone for free after your contract has been fulfilled. This means you will not be able to receive your code unless your contract obligations have been fulfilled and your phone has been completely paid off.
Go to Settings, select Security and Privacy, and then SIM Card. Scroll down and tap the Unlock Phone button. Enter your code and tap OK.
You have 10 tries to enter your code or your phone will be disabled.
First, disable all network connection. You can see your connections by opening the Manage Connections. Make sure that your WiFi and mobile networks are disabled.
Open the SIM Card menu by opening Options, selecting Device, Advanced System Settings, and then clicking SIM Card.
Type “MEPD” while in the SIM Card menu. A new menu will appear after you finish typing, and Network should show as Active. 71xx, 81xx, and 91xx model users will need to type “MEPPD”.
Type in “MEP [Alt]2”. If nothing happens, try typing “MEP [Alt]4”. You need to press the Alt key to enable typing numbers. 71xx, 81xx, and 91xx model users will need to type “MEPP [Alt]2” or “MEPP [Alt]4”.
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Apr 28, 2016 · Turn your phone on and lock the keypad by pressing and holding the ‘k’ button (Q10 only) or tapping the Lock button at the top of the BlackBerry. You can unlock your BlackBerry by pressing the Lock button at the top of your phone again. Voila, you’re in! What to do if the Lock key doesn’t work.
Lock or unlock your smartphone You can change the unlock option to a tap and slide motion. If you don't change the unlock option, the key on your smartphone is automatically used. Do one of the following: • To lock the keyboard, press the key on the top of your smartphone or tap the bottom.
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May 23, 2007 · When I am storing my BlackBerry in my pocket and I don't want my device to record unintended number-calling keystrokes, I hit my home screen's keylock icon. Yet as AllBlackBerry.com...
