Best Unlocked Cell Phones

Should i buy an unlocked phone?

It is usually safest to buy an unlocked cell phone outright or wait for your contract to expire and have your wireless carrier do it for you. Thanks to new rules governing U.S. wireless carriers, providers are required to unlock your phone at request, free of charge.

Where can i buy an unlocked cell phone?

Decide on a website from which to buy the phone. You can buy a used, unlocked cell phone from a variety of online retail stores or buy from an auction website, such as eBay. Perform an Internet search using keywords such as "used unlocked cell phone," then browse unlocked phones on the retail websites that appear in the search results.

Why buy an unlocked phone?

• Early adopters. If you need to have the newest device as soon as it's released, then buying an unlocked phone is the way to go.
• Bargain hunters. From Alcatel to ZTE, several phone makers offer unlocked phones at very low prices. ...
• Frequent updaters. ...
• International travelers. ...

How do you unlock a locked cell phone?

Locking Windows LG Phones Open your Settings. You can access this by sliding to the left on your Start screen and tapping the Settings button. Turn on the Password option. Enter a password into the “New password” text box. Change your password. Tap the “Change password” button in the “Lock + wallpaper” menu. Unlock your phone.