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I bought an iPhone 12 but it says it’s SIM locked in settings next to Carrier lock. What does that mean?

I bought an iPhone 12 but it says it’s SIM locked in settings next to Carrier lock. What does that mean?

iPhone 12, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 15, 2021 5:03 PM

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Posted on Nov 15, 2021 5:04 PM

It means the device is locked to the carrier for use with one carrier.

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