What are the most important steps and details to consider before buying an Apple Watch and a new iPhone in the UK, In what conditions do the devices have to be in? What do I look for before purchasing a device? I live far from an Apple Store.
With respect to buying a new iPhone – are you OK with one that is carrier-locked, or do you want one that is not locked to any carrier?
My understanding is that in the U.S., phones sold by Apple Authorized Resellers are usually carrier-locked. Even when they start out in a "flex lock" state, they lock themselves to the first carrier that you use. If you are looking for an unlocked phone, the way to get one is to buy the phone directly from Apple themselves – avoiding any buying option that involves carrier financing.
I don't know how it works in the U.K., but I'm guessing that it might work in a similar fashion – that you might have to go to extra trouble if you want a phone that you can use with any carrier.
I think one of the most important steps is deciding which model you want. For example, you could choose between the Apple iPhone Air, normal or Pro model, and then between the Watch se, normal or Ultra model. Of course, you can order online from the Apple Store.
The next step would be to back up your old data for your new iPhone. If you need any information about this, let us know here 😅
Since December 2021, it is illegal to sell carrier locked phones in the U.K.
What are the most important steps to consider before buying an Apple Watch & an iPhone
