I want to buy a "factory unlocked" iPhone 5s to be able to use it in other countries (out of America).
How can I buy it online from apple.com?
Amazon and eBay websites sell refurbished ones that are actually damaged or not-working.
I bought one and it didn't work properly, so I had to return it to the seller.
Thanks
iPhone 5s
There is no manner of purchasing a factory unlocked iPhone 5s from apple.com as Apple no longer sells it on apple.com. You can purchase through 3rd parties, but that's all that is left much like you can no longer purchase an iPhone 5c.
Thanks for your answer.
What about iPhone SE? or 6s? Is the policy same for new iPhones?
r-kazemi wrote:
What about iPhone SE? or 6s? Is the policy same for new iPhones?
If you buy it directly from an Apple Store it will be unlocked. But best to discuss with them prior to purchasing.
What policy?
Apple discontinued the iPhone 5s, so they no longer make them, nor sell them.
You can purchase unlocked iPhones from apple.com as long as apple continues to make them, and sell them on their website. They currently make and sell iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, 6, 6 Plus, and SE.
You will need an american credit card with an american billing address, and an american shipping address as well if you wish to purchase from the Apple's US online store.
Apple also has online stores for other countries. You can check to see if Apple has an online store for the country you wish to use the iPhone in. Again you will need a credit card issued in that country with a billing and shipping address in that country.
More importantly, the iPhone's warranty is only valid in the country of purchase. so if you buy an iPhone from the U.S. online store, and take it to another country, if anything happens to the iPhone that requires service, you will need to physically return the iPhone to the U.S.
Thank you Phil0124. Your answer is very helpful.
I am in America now, but I want to buy this phone here and use it in other countries as well.
Is it possible to buy a new unlocked iphone 5s from apple stores? or I have to buy refurbished or used one through 3rd parties?
Thanks
Thanks!
r-kazemi wrote:
Is it possible to buy a new unlocked iphone 5s from apple stores? or I have to buy refurbished or used one through 3rd parties?
Thanks
Not from Apple Stores, they do not sell them. If you buy one from a 3rd party you are taking some gambles. Best to buy the SE.
Apple no longer makes or sells the iPhone 5s at all. It is not possible to purchase an iPhone 5s from Apple anymore.
You can purchase an iPhone SE from Apple.
3rd parties can sell whatever they have, but you get no assurances what you are getting is what you want, and any 5s will likely have very limited warranty left, or none at all.
Buying a factory-unlocked iPhone 5s
