[silvaadams]

okay, jus to let ppl know, houdini is a system that metro uses that technically "flashes" your phone's esn number to metro's server. it also uploads the proper prl and other settings to allow the phone to work. houdini never used to flash smart phones or ppcs but as of recently, htc phones: such as the mogul, diamond, touch, and touch pro, have been added to houdini's system. now there's no reason to have to stalk your local service center, you should be able to walk into an authorized dealer, that has houdini, and get your esn on metro. the authorized representative should also program the phone for you. they charge $47 to have it done but some other places charge $67 cause the stores dont get paid for flashing so they up the price for a 20 dollar profit.