It arrives without a SIM card, so youll need an active SIM card from any supported GSM carrier worldwide. If you dont want a multiyear service contract or if you prefer to use a local carrier when traveling abroad, the unlocked iPhone is the best choice. An unlocked iPhone 5 may not support LTE networks in all other countries contact service providers for details. The unlocked iPhone 4, iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 will not work with CDMA-based carriers. You can activate and use it on the supported GSM wireless network of your choice. The unlocked iPhone includes all the features of iPhone but without a contract commitment. Here is a great link from the Apple Canada Online store that explains the basics. They block any US GSM/LTE usage in the US. Both Sprint and Verizon will unlock the GSM / LTE bands for use outside of the US. LTE support also varies.Īlong as you are not trying to use an Unlocked Sprint or Verizon iPhone 5 on another CDMA carrier you will be fine. Click to expand.The Factory unlocked iPhone 5 will be a GSM enabled phone, yes it will have the CDMA capability but no CDMA carrier will allow you to add it to their network unless it was ordered for use on their network.
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