Shopping for a new phone can be overwhelming, especially when you see terms like "locked" and "unlocked." While these may sound like something to do with security, they actually indicate whether ...
Although there are several types of "locks" that can apply to a phone, the most talked-about type is a carrier lock, also known as a SIM lock or subsidy lock. Many phones sold by carriers come ...
Unlike carrier-locked devices, which are tied to a specific network provider, unlocked phones allow you to hop between carriers as you see fit. That means you can shop around for the best deals ...
Depending on where you buy it, your Android phone may be unlocked and can support SIM cards from any carrier, or it could be carrier-locked and require specific SIM cards. While it’s not always ...
Unlocking an Android through T-Mobile's Device Unlock app T-Mobile customers with an Android 7 device or newer can request a code that unlocks your phone through the Device Unlock app from T-Mobile.