Samsung introduces a restriction on the activation of smartphones depending on the region

Samsung in a number of new devices introduced restrictions on the use of the device depending on the country of purchase. In the models of Samsung Galaxy S III, S II, S4, S4 mini, Note and Note 3 produced after the end of July 2013 there was a warning stating that the device can only be used with SIM-card of the region where the model was purchased. Thus the company Samsung has decided to limit the possibilities for "overflow" of devices between markets. However, it soon became known, it's full lock does not go. Limitation as mentioned acts while only a limited number of models. In addition, the Samsung representatives explained that the device can be unlocked. To do so may as the user, as well as contacting a service center Samsung. That is, the company does not introduce a ban on the movement of devices. For the independent release requires that the first activation was done with a SIM-card from the operator of the region, which is indicated on the sticker box. After that the device is "unlocked" and can then be used in any country with any SIM card. If the unit was purchased in one region, and activation will be done in a different, contact a service center. Independently activate such a device without SIM-cards in a region that did not happen.