What is an IMEI number ?
IMEI number is a 15 digit number assigned to a mobile handset. Every set has a unique number and it helps in tracking the mobile phones.
How to Find an IMEI number ?
Type *#06# on your mobile handset and the IMEI number will come on your screen.
Verification of IMEI numer?
Send an SMS with the text IMEI to either 57886 or 53232 and you will find out about the validity of your IMEI number. One can also get an IMEI number from Mobile Standards Alliance of India by paying Rs 199.
The International Mobile Equipment Identity or IMEI is a number unique to every GSM and WCDMA and iDEN mobile phone, as well as some satellite phones. It is usually found printed inside the battery compartment of the phone. It can also be displayed on the screen of the phone by entering *#06# into the keypad.
The IMEI number is used by the GSM network to identify valid devices and therefore can be used to stop a stolen phone from accessing the network. For example, if a mobile phone is stolen, the owner can call his or her network provider and instruct them to “ban” the phone using its IMEI number. This renders the phone useless, whether or not the phone’s SIM is changed.
For More Information IMEI Number : http://www.babt.com/gsm-imei-number-allocation.asp
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