I want to pre-order the iPhone 14 Pro Max this Friday (September 9th), but I understand that the new iPhone has no sim tray. First, should I buy the phone locked to my carrier (T-Mobile) or unlocked off of Apple's site? Secondly, based on either decision of the first, would I be forced to change my phone number?
I have always purchased iPhones directly from Apple. This ensures that the iPhone is unlocked and can be used with any carrier. As you know, you also have the option to buy the iPhone locked to your carrier (T-Mobile in your example) if you like that carrier's payment terms and other perks. This decision is yours.
You will be able to keep the same phone number no matter which route you pick to purchase your new iPhone.
Axel F.
I have always purchased iPhones directly from Apple. This ensures that the iPhone is unlocked and can be used with any carrier. As you know, you also have the option to buy the iPhone locked to your carrier (T-Mobile in your example) if you like that carrier's payment terms and other perks. This decision is yours.
You will be able to keep the same phone number no matter which route you pick to purchase your new iPhone.
Axel F.
Thank you! This was super helpful!
You are welcome.
Axel F.
E-sim for iPhone 14: can I keep my phone number?
