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iPhone 16 Pro Max Unlocked = pay in full
I just filled out the pre order info. I wanted to finance it, but I thought it was odd it made me pick a carrier. I prefer to Have unlocked. I contacted support and was surprised to find out to get unlocked you have to pay in full. You can’t finance unlocked phones. Bummer. -
iPhone SE (2020) Is Walmart safe to buy a new 256Gb Unlocked iPhone SE?
Since Apple Discontinued the 256gb Unlocked model of the iPhone SE, The only places that I've seen is Amazon Renewed Premium and Walmart Here's the links to both, who should I buy it from, Money isn't an issue but safety is. Thank you...- BigBen2493
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iPhone 12 Why go with the sim-free option?
Hey there, I just received my sim free 12 mini, and transferred my old Verizon sim card. Im now realizing that I will need the new sim card in order to use 5G service, if Im not mistaken? Im a bit upset with myself for not researching prior to purchase - and admittedly confused as to why... -
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iPhone XS Where to buy unlocked iPhone (Xs) besides from Apple?
I was hoping the Xs would still be sold but at a reduced price upon arrival of the XI. It looks like Apple will no longer be selling the Xs. Where else can I buy the Xs unlocked and without a contract? I'm referring to authorized resellers, not random people on eBay, etc. -
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Carrier Locked iPhone but going to live abroad. Options?
I'm going to be living in France later this year from late August through December. I currently have a new iPhone XR that I bought through T-Mobile in the US, so it's locked. Is it possible to get T-Mobile to unlock it for me before then or no? If not, I was looking at the Apple clearance site... -
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iPhone X Ability to switch US carriers
Buying the SIM FREE version from Apple should work with any carrier. Apple provides the following information for when purchasing phones directly from a carrier. If your account meets requirements, the carrier can unlock certain models of iPhone so that they can work internationally. These... -
Carrier AT&T vs Apple Preorder (I have a specific issue/question)
I bought a Sim free unlocked iPhone X from Apple last year. 6 months later, I moved to a new apartment with a pathetic cellular connectivity. Tried Tmobile, Xfinity Mobile(uses Verizon network) and AT&T Sim cards and have always had issue getting the 2nd bar in my house, which leads me to...- nikhilnagaraj24
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- apple at&t carrier preorder unlocked
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iPhone X Will ALL new iPhones be unlock for ALL carriers
I read the same modem will be in ALL iPhones and the modem will be unlocked (Carrier Free) for ALL carriers. Is this true? If yes I assume there would be no need for an unlocked version. CC -
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iPhone 6(S)/Plus What is the difference between the iPhone 6s A1688 & A1633 models?
I know there are two 6s models, the —A1633 and A1688. I’m on Verizon and had the A1688. I needed a replacement so I ordered one from Amazon for $300. However, it happened to be an A1633 model which is supposedly the GSM version & A1688 is made for VZW? The A1633 model seems to be working on...- budmonster
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- a1633 a1688 iphone 6s unlocked verizon verizon wireless
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Verizon Account Required to Activate Iphone X?
Hi All, I would appreciate if you guys can help me resolve this particular issue. Anyway, I'm new to this forum. Anyhow, I'm living in Singapore and I've recently purchase Iphone X (Verizon) from Ebay. The package I've received was sealed and after unboxing I followed like what others did... -
Resolved How do I activate my unlocked iPhone 8+?
I've never done this before, so be gentle... Is it as simple as sticking in the sim?- PinkyMacGodess
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- activation at&t unlocked activation unlocked
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Carrier Iphone 8 and X on Cricket?
If I buy an iphone 8, 8 plus or x outright without a carrier, will it work on cricket? I'm currently using a 5c on cricket. Thanks! -
Are unlocked iPhones harder to preorder?
I'm not sure if this is a stupid question but I didn't know if unlocked iPhones are easier or harder to preorder. I would think that the majority of people use the upgrade programs (either through their carrier or Apple) but then I would also think Apple would just stocked more of those carrier...- ZacKaffeine
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- iphone iphone 10 unlocked unlocked iphone
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ZTE Blade Spark Just $99
https://m.att.com/shopmobile/cellphones/zte/blade-spark-prepaid.html Just recently picked up this phone. One to try out a newer ZTE Phone and the second to do an unboxing for my YouTube channel. Well.... For 99$ you can't really go wrong! Large 5.5" display, 2GB ram, decent cameras...- ryankul
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- at&t blade spark unlocked zte
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- Forum: Alternatives to iOS
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AT&T iPhone X - Will it work with Japanese carriers?
Hello, I'm currently living in the US but moving to Japan in February. Last year I bought the IP7+ with AT&T Next. AT&T Next shows I'm eligible for an upgrade at the moment. If I buy the new iPhone X through the AT&T Next program and pay off the phone prior to my departure, will the iPhone... -
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Question on unlocked versions
with previous years i recall the VZ version tend to be unlocked with all the frequencies and was the best bang for the buck but do we have any idea which version is best to order from Apple for unlocked versions of the iphone 8? I'm currently with Tmobile and will probably stay there for the... -
Stuck in Europe with "American" supposedly factory-unlocked iPhone..different LTE bands??
I thought I was buying a factory-unlocked iPhone for a reason: To use it on different carriers around the world utilizing each country's LTE bands. Apple brags each year "wow, and this year, we've added even more LTE bands..." According to one Vodafone shop employee in Germany, there are three... -
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Help - Lost my iPhone 6 in the Philippines
I recently moved to Philippines, and stupidly, I left my iPhone 6 in the back of a taxi. Does anyone know if an iPhone 6 armed with Touch ID and a pin, is still susceptible to being unlocked. I have valuable information on it. Or does anyone know how likely someone is able to hack into it...- jjndk
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- hacked iphone iphone6 lost stolen unlocked
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- Forum: iPhone Tips, Help and Troubleshooting
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URGENT ADVICE iPhone 7: sim-free vs unlocked verizon
Hello, I have an unlocked verizon iphone 7 purchased in-applestore at full price and I would like to know the differences between the model I have and the sim-free model (knowing that both are model a1660 CDMA and GSM): sim-free model does not hace a sim inserted (sim-free, obviously)... -
Unlocked and SIM-free iPhone 7 Plus 3-4 weeks Shipping time
OK, so My original order was the carrier version however I am buying the phone outright so when I saw that the Unlocked and SIM-free iPhone was released I also ordered the Unlocked and SIM-free iPhone 7 Plus. This is also a 3-4 week delivery even though they just released it. So Apple released...