Flashing is a process that is possible with most cell phones and there is no reason why Verizon should be any different. You will need to download flashing software that can be found online, as well as having the USB cable for your mobile phone handy so that this software can install the necessary components onto your cell phone.
For some people, flashing is just a way of saving themselves money. If they are happy with their current cell phone but wish to switch network providers, it seems stupid to have to go out and buy the exact same cell phone again or buy a different phone if you are happy with the one you currently own.
The problem though is that cell phones will be programmed with firmware that keeps the cell phone operating exclusively with the network provider it was purchased from. This is where flashing comes in. This process essentially rewrites the firmware and allows for it to change to another network provider's firmware instead.
You will need to:
It is important that you only download flashing software from the new network provider and nowhere else. This is because a lot of other websites are offering flashing software that could carry viruses and is potentially harmful to both your computer and your cell phone.
- How it could benefit you
For some people, flashing is just a way of saving themselves money. If they are happy with their current cell phone but wish to switch network providers, it seems stupid to have to go out and buy the exact same cell phone again or buy a different phone if you are happy with the one you currently own.
The problem though is that cell phones will be programmed with firmware that keeps the cell phone operating exclusively with the network provider it was purchased from. This is where flashing comes in. This process essentially rewrites the firmware and allows for it to change to another network provider's firmware instead.
You will need to:
- Download the flashing software
- Use your USB cable to plug your phone in
- Follow the instructions
It is important that you only download flashing software from the new network provider and nowhere else. This is because a lot of other websites are offering flashing software that could carry viruses and is potentially harmful to both your computer and your cell phone.