IPhone 5 from verizon unlocked

I have an iPhone 5 from Verizon and is unlocked but I want to connect it to Sprint. Could Apple change my carrier? How much would it be?

Your Verizon iPhone, if unlocked by Verizon, will only have the GSM portion of the phone unlocked.Sprint is a CDMA carrier and that is already tied to Verizon in your case. You can only use GSM SIMs from carriers outside of the us which nixes ATT (and other GSM US carriers).
If you want to use Sprint you must get a Iphone activated by Sprint.

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Will iPhone 5 (Verizon,unlocked) from U.S work in India?

I am planning to purchase iPhone 5 (Verizon unlocked) 16GB from U.S to use it in India.I will be using the 3G service available here.Will the phone work with other GSM carriers available here provided it's a nano sim?My friends are saying that they purchased iPhone 4 unlocked from U.S ,it didn't work in India.Now I am confused.

You can find that info yourself if you go to this address:
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/shop_iphone/family/iphone
Mind you, I might be wrong but it looks like you do need to buy the iphone with a contract which means it wouldn't work in India. So in short: If that's correct, then you'll just have to wait until it's available there.

HT201529 I bought my iPhone from Verizon and having their service. Does my iphone has a default SIM PIN?

I bought my iPhone from Verizon and having their service. Does my iphone has a default SIM PIN?

The 4G LTE SIM card in your device contains information about your plan, device and more. You can set a SIM PIN so others won’t be able to access that information if your SIM card is removed from your device.
If you remove your SIM card and insert it another device (e.g., when you upgrade to a new device), you’ll be asked for the SIM card PIN. You can find your SIM card PIN in My Verizon if you’ve forgotten it. Or, if you’ve entered your SIM card PIN unsuccessfully 3 times, you’ll need the PIN Unblocking Key (PUK) to unlock your SIM card again. After using the PUK, you’ll need to create a new PIN for your SIM card if you want to secure it again.
To locate the SIM PIN / PUK numbers for your 4G LTE SIM card:
Navigate to the Overview page in My Verizon.
Click My PIN and Unblocking Key (PUK) under About My Device.
Your default PIN and PUK will be displayed in a pop-up window.
Click Close when you’re finished to return to the My Verizon Overview page.
You’ve successfully located your SIM PIN and PUK.

HT4528 I just ordered 2 new iPhones from Verizon. Can I purchase Apple Care on them?

I just ordered new iPhones from Verizon. Can I purchase Apple Care on these since I didn't get them directly from Apple?

Yes. See the information here, particularly the "Important Notes":
http://www.apple.com/support/products/iphone.html
Since you haven't yet taken delivery of the iPhones I'm not sure how Apple will handle it.
Regards.

IPhone 4S verizon unlocked for overseas use without roaming

I am planning to get a new iPhone 4S in the United States. I travel to India once every two years. I heard that Verizon would let it's subscribers unlock the iPhone 4S after 60 days with good standing. This would allow verizon subscribers to use a local micro-SIM number overseas to avoid Verizon roaming fees.
To confirm this, I recently spoke with one of the Verizon customer rep that handles the international dept. She confirmed that this is true. She said Verizon would unlock the iPhone 4S like I have heard and that the unlocked iPhone 4S from Verizon would work only in places like Europe where there are only GSM carriers. In country like India, where there are CDMA and GSM carriers, the unlocked iPhone 4S with it's current software capability would identify the CDMA carriers first and would ignore the GSM carriers. And thus the unlock becomes useless there and I would end up roaming with my Verizon number instead of the local SIM number there.
Any one heard of this?

Hey Guys,
I just returned from my trip to India on Jan 12, 2012. I am going to detail out my experience here so everyone has a clear understanding.
I bought the Verizon iPhone 4s 16GB Black on Oct. 14, 2011. When I bought this phone, it was considered "locked." I was able to use my phone in India with a prepaid SIM card from Airtel and Vodafone. Here are the following steps I perfromed.
1. Call Verizon's global group to "unlock" the phone for you. It should be noted that this does not fully "unlock" the phone; the phone still needs to be "unbricked." The "unbricking" process only takes place once you insert a foreign SIM.
2. Purchase a foreign SIM. In India, I purchased one SIM from Airtel at the airport and another from Vodafone at a later time. To purchase SIMs in India, one must present the following: (a) copy of passport, (b) passport sized color photo, (c) verifiable local address -- hotel addresses are acceptable.
3. Assure the SIM you are purchasing is microSIM or purchase a SIM card cutter. http://www.amazon.com/Cutter-Micro-Adapters-Apple-iPhone/dp/B0045XR5IS/ref=sr_1_ 1?ie=UTF8&qid=1326893468&sr=8-1
4. Insert foreign SIM into iPhone 4s. To "unbrick" the phone, you will need access to wireless or your laptop with iTunes. I used the wifi on my phone to "unbrick" and activate my phone. I had no issues with this process. I did not lose any data.
5. On the top left you will see the carrier. The phone will default to the carrier of SIM card.
My prepaid SIM worked perfectly throughout India (voice and data). I travelled the following cities: Delhi, Patna, Bodhgaya, Rajgir, Jaipur, Agra, and Goa. On my return to USA, I used my Indian SIM in Zurich (defaulted to local carrier -- Orange?) to make a call to my family members. Finally when I arrived to USA, my Indian SIM defaulted to T-Mobile as the carrier.
At the end, when I inserted my Verizon SIM, the carrier defaulted to Verizon. This whole process was pretty painless and saved me a bunch of money. If you guys have any questions let me know.

If i buy iPhone from verizon can i still purchase apple care

If I buy my phone from verizon can I still purchase apple care plan from apple?

You sound really certain about this -- but Apple's current info page for AppleCare+ says "AppleCare+ must be purchased together with new covered equipment." (bottom of this page: http://www.apple.com/support/products/iphone.html )
And AppleCare isn't one of the "accessories" Verizon seems to let you order with the phone. So wouldn't this mean it's impossible to order it from Verizon and get AppleCare?

HT201269 If I buy a iPhone from verizon can i still use the Genius bar. Can my wife still go to group classes a Apple

I am thinking about buying my wife a IPHONE 5C , She has a IPAD . My question is I have always bought from Apple Store before this. I am with Verizon for other phones and Hotspot. It seems like I come out ahead by buying from Verizon as far as minimum GB
I would still like to use Genius Bar and group sessions at Apple store . Can a person do this if you buy from Verison ?
THANKS

If you haven't purchased your iPhone then yes, you can. Be sure to mention that you want AppleCare+. If they don't know anything about it, leave the store and order through Apple's website. Some of those VZW salespeople are anything but geniuses...
:3

Thinking of switching to an iPhone from Verizon

Okay... so, I see iPhone 4 is coming out in a couple weeks... I can wait 'cuz I am still in the process of making the big decision to get web-access on a phone, etc.
But, my question is, is it better for me to buy iPhone from an Apple store or online and then go with it to AT&T to get my service on it? Or, is it the same or better to go to AT&T directly and just do a bundle there? And, I can't remember... but, it seems that Costco carries the AT&T line of cellular providers, which usually means you get some accessories for free when you sign up.
So, what are the benefits of each of the three options above? Please help!

aksdesign wrote:
Do you suppose the new customer 30-day trial starts when you pre-order the phone, when the phone is shipped, or when you activate it after taking it out of the box?
I don't know. I would assume it would start when the phone is actually delivered. Be aware that if you change your mind, there is generally a 10% restocking fee on returned goods.
Do you need to activate it out of the box or does it come activated?
It needs to be activated.

Can I buy an iPhone 5 from Verizon, unlock it, and use it with AT

I have an android phone on AT&T currently, and I am looking to switch to an iPhone 5. My wife has a non-smartphone, and she does not want to switch to another phone. However, if we move to Verizon, she will HAVE to switch to another phone. So my question is this: Can I get a CDMA iPhone 5, and use it on AT&T? I don't need LTE, 3G is fine, and I don't need a hotspot. Price is not an issue, but I want it fast, and I don't want to have to do any hacking/jail breaking/illegal stuff. Would I just buy an iPhone 5 CDMA without a plan from an apple store and then sign it up for a plan on AT&T?

Just use your existing upgrade (if you are eligible) and get the device through AT&T.
Even if your wife's line is eligible for an upgrade, you can use that without affecting her service.
Or as suggested, buy the unlocked version.
The Verizon phone will be locked to Verizon.. there would be no reason to buy it at full retail which would require a Verizon contract with the intent of using it on AT&T.

How can I get my old iPhone 5 (Verizon) unlocked for use with another carrier?

I have an iPhone 5 that was purchased with a Verizon Wireless account. It is more than two years old and I have since upgraded it to a newer iPhone. I want to give this phone to a friend in Germany. His service will provide a new sim, if the phone is unlocked. How can I get it unlocked so that it is no longer limited only to Verizon Wireless?

Good afternoon Weth! That is completely correct. All 4G phones are already unlocked for global use. If you contact your international carrier and insert their sim card, it will be ready to activate on the international network. If you have any questions regarding the compatibility of the international network, please reach out to them directly. If you have any further questions, please let us know. Thanks so much and safe travels to you!
-KristieQ_VZW
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Order Iphone from Verizon's website @ 3am or Apple's website @ 3am?

Now today i got an email from Apple saying existing Verizon customers can pre-order the iPhone on the Apple website @ 3am also????? so which is better to order from? Which will sell out quicker? And when we order from Apple's website will it be the same pricing and upgrading procedure? Confused now.

daisylillydad wrote:
so when you go on their site you just put in your Verizon acct. # and they verify everything? Just seems weird ordering from your My Verizon account on the Apple website. And then everything is still billed through your Verizon acct. right? You don't have to pay Apple separately do you?
they do the same thing for att

Buying an iPhone from UK, unlocked, will it work in Zambia?

Hi,
I am buying and iPhone 4s from a friend in the UK for my brother who lives in Zambia.
The phone was orginally bought from the apple store and is unlocked, if he were to buy a micro sim from MTN (phone comapny in zambia) would he be able to use the phone?
Thanks

If officially unlocked, the phone will work on any GSM network anywhere in the world. However, since there are no supported iPhone carriers in Zambia, not all iPhone features may work properly without editing the APN settings.

What do I need to do to switch an iPhone from Verizon to T-mobile?

I am currently on Tmobile and I found two different iPhone 4 for sale that are both on Verizon. I have the serial numbers, MEID, and they are both using 7.0.3 software.
My question is what do I need to do to switch over? Do I need to unlock/jailbreak the phone? If so, how do I do that. If not, what else can I do?
Thanks in advance for your help!

The original owners of those Verizon, would need to contact Verizon to have it unlocked.
I believe if you live in the U.S. they will only unlock it for international use.
Best to find a phone on Tmobile.

Can I use an iPhone from Verizon with a canceled contract on another Verizon line?

My mother recently canceled her with Verizon Wireless because she wanted to be on our family share plan. My older brother decided that he wanted to get his own contract and left the line for her to take. She doesn't like the phone that he had and she has a brand new iphone that she got when she opened her contract. She still had a year to go but decided to pay the early termination fee. She still hasn't payed yet because she is waiting for the bill to make the last payment including the ETF. The service on the phone no longer work and she was wondering if she can connect that phone with that existing line on the family share plan. I also want to know if this has happened to you. I went with her when she went to canceled the contract, the lady that helped us was being so nice to the people before because they just got new phones/contracts. When my mom told her that she wanted to cancel the contract she started being so rude like we were asking her to give us something for free. With the previous customers she was being all smiles but with us she was like whatever. She barely answer some question that my mom had and when she did, she answer with an attitude. She was the same person that helped when my dad, my brothers and me went to get new phone and she was being so nice. I couldn't believe she was being so rude. That was the worst customer service I have in Verizon. Its like they love you when you decide to get into a new contract but the minute you decide to cancel one its like you are beneath or that they could care less about what you want. Has this happened to any of you? Thank for your answer I really appreciate it.

AFTER she pays her bill in full, the device should be usable.

HT4910 I have an Iphone from Verizon, and my I cloud will no longer back up.

Why won't my I Phone back up any more?

Hi...
I see iPhone 3G in your profile.
If that is correct, an iPhone 3G can only be updaed to version 4.2.1.
"iCloud requires iOS 5 on iPhone 3GS or later, iPod touch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad, or iPad 2; a Mac computer with OS X Lion; or a PC with Windows Vista or Windows 7 (Outlook 2007 or 2010 or an up-to-date browser is required for accessing email, contacts, and calendars). Some features require a Wi-Fi connection. Some features are not available in all countries. Access to some services is limited to 10 devices."
From here > http://www.apple.com/icloud/
To backup your iPhone connect it to a computer, then launch iTunes > iOS: How to back up
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