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My iPhone has broken while in China. Can I buy a Chinese iPhone 14, swap the sim card and still have it work when I return to the USA on their 5G network?

My iPhone has broken while in China. Can I buy a Chinese iPhone 14, swap the sim card and still have it work when I return to the USA on their 5G network?

iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 16

Posted on Jun 11, 2023 8:44 PM

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Jun 11, 2023 8:49 PM in response to scot76

If your iPhone purchased in China has a physical SIM card tray, you can use it with a compatible SIM card when you return to the USA.


However, different regions and carriers may use different frequency bands, so it's important to check if the Chinese model is compatible with the bands used by US carriers.


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My iPhone has broken while in China. Can I buy a Chinese iPhone 14, swap the sim card and still have it work when I return to the USA on their 5G network?

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