[Q] Is it possible to remove "Activation" dialog at startup? topic

I am using the device ONLY as a gaming device and have no plans to activate it through Verizon, however, everytime I turn it on, it asks me to activate on the network. I can simply close this and avoid it, but I would prefer to remove this entirely if possible. I tried to root the phone but no matter what rooting tool I use, it fails. Every time.

Can I please get some help? I am more of a Windows Phone person so I don't know much about Android rooting and modding.