Before diving into the tools, it is essential to understand the problem. The IMEI is a unique 15-digit number assigned to every mobile device. It acts as the phone's "fingerprint," allowing cellular networks to identify the device hardware. Without a valid IMEI, your SIM card cannot register on a network, rendering the phone unable to make calls, send SMS, or use mobile data.
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IMEI repair is only legal if you own the device and are restoring its original IMEI after firmware corruption, or if you have written authorization from the manufacturer. Before diving into the tools, it is essential
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