Can I use iphone 5 as a camera and ipod without activating the phone service

Can I buy a new Iphone 5 and use as a camera and Ipod, wtihout activating the phone?

Yes, you can. There still needs to be a SIM card in the phone if the phone hasn't been set up yet; the SIM does not have to be active.

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