[Q] US 32GB LTE- anyway yet to use it as a phone? topic

So has anyone figured out how to unlock the software restrictions to make the shield tablet LTE usable as a phone? :)

I want to buy it but I would like to have the option to use it as a phone in an emergency if something happens to my phone. I am an international buyer but i would have to import it to my country regardless what version I get since it is not sold here, and the EU version happens to be for 450 USD (I would rather get a controller or a cover with the extra cash) . :p