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i'm confused. this phone is unlocked so will it still require a dataplan with the service provide to allow me use wifi??

i came across a link that says "use wifi without a data plan".
How to browse internet on Blackberry phone using Wi-Fi without data plan with AT & T | eHow.com

"if the carrier doesn't require a data plan to use wi-fi, you should be able to, when changing the browser to HOTSPOT BROWSER use wi-fi"

I followed the above and still cannot browse. But I did find one thing relevant.

When i disable 'Data Services' in the Network options, i get the No internet access message Instantly when I enter a URL. But when i enable 'Data Services', entering the URL takes time to timeout and tell me that there is no internet access.

i'm grateful for the help Draven.

P.S, I use Mobilink Pre-paid on this phone. Location Pakistan