Upgrade for cheap - iPhone 12 vs 13 | MacRumors Forums
Oct 30, 2024 · Thanks for the input! For context, I'm planning to get a $25 a-month plan from Simple Mobile (I'm not a heavy mobile data user, anyway), and then after two months, the phone will become unlocked (seriously, $299 for an iPhone 12 is a steal), in which case I will switch back to US Mobile. I'd get a 14, but the upgrades are minimal.
Best Buy iPhone 12 Pro Unlocked? | MacRumors Forums
Oct 20, 2020 · Users discuss the unlocked status and activation fee of Verizon iPhone 12 Pro bought from Best Buy. See their questions, answers, and experiences on this thread.
Carrier How to activate unlocked iPhone 13 on Verizon
Sep 24, 2021 · Step 1: Eject SIM card from iPhone 12 Pro. Step 2: Place that SIM card into iPhone 13 Pro. That’s literally it.
iPhone 12 Pro: Sim Free or Carrier? | MacRumors Forums
Oct 15, 2020 · Question, looking to order an iPhone 12 Pro that would be activated on Verizon. Is there any difference between buying the Sim Free version versus the Verizon version? Are they both unlocked? Is the only difference the Verizon one comes with a Verizon sim? Any advice on which is better to purchase is appreciated. Thanks.
Secondary eSIM on carrier-locked iPhone | MacRumors Forums
Nov 3, 2020 · I have an iPhone XS Max that is carrier-locked to Simple Mobile in the US. I don't mind the carrier lock since I intend on using it on the Simple Mobile network for the forseeable future and have their SIM card installed accordingly. I've only purchased the iPhone recently so there is no way for me to unlock the phone for another ~11 months or so.
Best Buy Now Sells Unlocked iPhones, But Not the Latest Models
Apr 6, 2023 · A user on MacRumors forum asks why Best Buy does not sell unlocked iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro models, and gets replies from other users and a Best Buy spokesperson. The thread also discusses the pros and cons of unlocked iPhones and the availability of Apple Stores.
Other Should I continue buying an unlocked iPhone?
Sep 9, 2024 · Bought my last iPhone, the 14 Pro Max, unlocked and had no issues. I purchased an unlocked phone as I figured it would have better resale value. Anticipating purchasing the iPhone 16 Pro Max and I am wondering about the benefit of an unlocked phone vs. carrier locked 1. Can I buy an unlocked iPhone and activate it with Verizon during purchase? 2.
Anyone able to get their Tracfone service transferred to an eSim …
Oct 7, 2023 · Users complain about Tracfone not transferring their service to eSim iPhones and losing their phone number, minutes and data. No Reddit link or discussion found on this web page.
Should I buy iPhone 11 unlocked or not? | MacRumors Forums
Sep 12, 2019 · If paying full Apple store price up front, I would never buy anything but a SIM free unlocked iphone, which means generally buying direct from Apple Store. This gives you the ultimate zero-hassle flexibility. Sometimes at retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, etc, you may find a discount price (vs. the Apple store price).
Are Apple unlocked iPhones still tied to GSM and CDMA?
Oct 1, 2019 · A user asks if Apple unlocked iPhones are still tied to GSM and CDMA. Other users reply with different experiences and advice on how to check the phone's compatibility and unlock status.