You have a lot of options when buying a new iPhone. In this guide, we walk you through the decision process of exactly where ...

In the world of smartphones, two terms frequently pop up: locked and unlocked phones. Understanding the differences between these two types of devices can make a significant impact on your mobile ...

In the ever-evolving world of smartphones and mobile tech, one term that frequently pops up is “unlocked phone.” But what exactly does it mean, and why should you consider buying one? In this ...

I'm considering getting an S23 or S24 from Swappa, and I want it to be unlocked. There are many available that were originally from a carrier like Mint Mobile, but they are now unlocked. After a phone ...

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Samuel has spent years writing about mobile carriers and their networks following a stint working as a technician in a carrier phone store. Whether it's helping people avoid 36-month payment plans, or ...

If you have Boost Mobile, you might need to unlock your smartphone, even though locked devices are increasingly a thing of the past. Here’s how to unlock a Boost Mobile phone, and what you need to ...

The FCC wants to require all mobile carriers to unlock mobile phones within 60 days of activation. But neither AT&T nor T-Mobile are on board with that idea. In June, FCC Chairwoman Jessica ...

Unlocking a mobile phone from a single U.S. carrier has caused consumers headaches in recent years, but seven major carriers on Wednesday met a voluntary, industry-created deadline to set conditions ...

If you've ever struggled to get your smartphone unlocked, then you should appreciate the FCC's latest initiative. On Thursday, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed that the agency require ...