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69Rixter Posts 48 Registration date Wednesday March 25, 2015 Status Member Last seen November 25, 2022 - Nov 15, 2017 at 05:48 PM
Ambucias Posts 47310 Registration date Monday February 1, 2010 Status Moderator Last seen February 15, 2023 - Nov 17, 2017 at 04:38 AM
Thinking about a new phone and a certain wireless provider has that phone. Must I purchase their "service" before I get the phone or can I purchase it, then unlock it and go elsewhere for my service?

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Ambucias Posts 47310 Registration date Monday February 1, 2010 Status Moderator Last seen February 15, 2023 11,166
Nov 15, 2017 at 06:05 PM
Hi

If the phone is sold by the mobile service provider, only the mobile service provider can get it unlocked. Mobile service providers who sell phones usually at a lower price to attract customers so they don't want you to purchase their phone at a lower price and then go to another provider for service.

However, at the end of the initial service contract, (a year or two) you might be able to switch providers. I say might because legislation in that regard is fairly recent and may defer from one state or country to another. You should inform yourself.

Have I answered your question correctly?

Regards
69Rixter Posts 48 Registration date Wednesday March 25, 2015 Status Member Last seen November 25, 2022 3
Nov 15, 2017 at 06:11 PM
Re: Ambucias

Yup, that does....dammitt!! I was afraid that would be the answer. Well, off to se where i can get that phone... at the best price!
THANX:
Rick
Ambucias Posts 47310 Registration date Monday February 1, 2010 Status Moderator Last seen February 15, 2023 11,166 > 69Rixter Posts 48 Registration date Wednesday March 25, 2015 Status Member Last seen November 25, 2022
Nov 15, 2017 at 06:15 PM
What phone would that be? BTW iPhone X sells for no less than $900 usd and is fragile.
69Rixter Posts 48 Registration date Wednesday March 25, 2015 Status Member Last seen November 25, 2022 3
Nov 16, 2017 at 07:52 PM
I just came across this ad: "Brand:Motorola Model:Motorola Moto e4
MPN:MOT1766BLK Contract: Without Contract
Now, with that said, could I purchase this device with the understanding it is 'unlocked" or could be since there is "NO CONTRACT"?
Hangin"
Rick
Ambucias Posts 47310 Registration date Monday February 1, 2010 Status Moderator Last seen February 15, 2023 11,166
Nov 17, 2017 at 04:38 AM
Who is selling it?
69Rixter Posts 48 Registration date Wednesday March 25, 2015 Status Member Last seen November 25, 2022 3
Nov 16, 2017 at 07:27 PM
Re: Ambucias

Even IF I had more money than sense, I still wouldn't pay a grand for a damn cell phone!!! The phone(s) I'm considering are Moto 4E (4th Gen) or Blu Vivo 5
Stay Sharp
Rick