HT201328: How to unlock your iPhone for use with another carrier
Learn about How to unlock your iPhone for use with another carrier
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Jun 1, 2013 11:04 PM in response to Kswishaby CoolHand_Luke,An unlocked phone purchased from Apple canada is unlocked to any carrier...period. The whole reason people purchased unlocked phones is to be able to move between carriers just by swapping sims. If you sign a contract you still have to honor the terms of the contract but even if you dont your phone can still be moved to another carrier. (why anyone would sign a contract with an unlocked phone is beyond me)
If your "unlocked" phone you bought directly from Apple Canada somehow was locked to Bell and you paid $75 to get it unlocked through bell you just threw $75 down the drain.
Apple's website clearly states the fact they sell unlocked phones that can be moved between carriers.
http://store.apple.com/ca/buy/home/shop_iphone/family/iphone5#
About the unlocked iPhone.
The unlocked iPhone includes all the features of iPhone but without a wireless contract commitment. You can activate and use iPhone on the supported GSM wireless network of your choice. The unlocked iPhone 4, iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 will not work with CDMA-based carriers. An unlocked iPhone 5 may not support LTE networks in all other countries; contact service providers for details.
If you don’t want a multiyear service contract, or if you prefer to use a local carrier when travelling abroad, the unlocked iPhone is the best choice. It does not come with a micro-SIM card for iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S, or a nano-SIM card for iPhone 5, so you’ll need to get one from any supported GSM carrier worldwide. To start using it, simply insert the card into the slot on your iPhone and turn it on by pressing and holding the On/Off button for a few seconds. Then follow the on-screen instructions to set up your iPhone.
Frequently asked questions:Do I need to commit to a long-term contract for my iPhone?
Buying a SIM-free iPhone from the Apple Online Store allows you to choose your own carrier and change carriers at any time. iPhone may also be available at a lower price with a contract directly from your wireless carrier.
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Mar 18, 2015 6:38 PM in response to Kswishaby pmhung,I got the same issue with my unlocked iphone purchased from apple store. Bell Canada locked my phone and ask for $75 to unlock it.