Hi all,
My parent is on vacation in USA currently. I am wondering if I can buy Iphone7/7 Plus from Apple store (paying full price for unlocked iphone) and use it in Malaysia (using malaysian Telco line) ?
I was asked if Malaysian telco is GSM or CDMA. Any one could help me on this enquiry ?
I was told Iphone 7/7plus is covered by international warranty. Does it mean i wont have problem claiming warranty in Malaysia for iphone bought in USA
Thanks.
Also, how can i ensure Iphone 7/7plus bought in USA is not simlocked or phone locked by USA telco ? What are the things i need to check ?
If i buy iphone from Apple store paying full price, does it mean it is fully unlocked iphone ?
thanks
If you are wondering if you can use your device with a Malaysian carrier, there would be no problem since your iPhone is unlocked.
If you are wondering about your warranty, the Apple Limited Warranty ensures your iPhone can be serviced internationally at certified Apple Stores. (This may not include all countries.) Remember, this is only for hardware defects and not for accidental damage.
If you have Apple Care, your plan covers accidental damage and will also be serviced internationally.
Apple One Year Limited Warranty
Ask your carrier.
Another way you can find out is what type of plan you have.
If you are on a contract, meaning you did not pay full price of your device at purchase, then your device is not unlocked. If you payed the full price, then it is unlocked.
Jasper Ng wrote:
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I was told Iphone 7/7plus is covered by international warranty. Does it mean i wont have problem claiming warranty in Malaysia for iphone bought in USA
Thanks.
No, iPhone do not have International warranty.
All warranty and services claim must be in the country of purchase (your case is U.S.)
Apple do not accept post. You have to send to a friend in the U.S. and take it to an Apple Store on your behalf.
It's not advisable to buy an iPhone from somewhere and use it in your country of residence.
Check if your iPhone is unlocked:
http://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/iphone/how-tell-if-apple-iphone-is-unlocked-loc ked-3614824/
My parent can buy the iphone for me as they are on vacation in USA now. One of the apple store staffs told my parent that it is international warranty.
Bottom line:
What is reccomended is to buy your iPhone in the country you are using it. If it is unlocked though, you will be able to use it overseas.
I guess it is safer this way. However it is more pricey to buy in Malaysia than in USA
Jasper Ng wrote:
My parent can buy the iphone for me as they are on vacation in USA now. One of the apple store staffs told my parent that it is international warranty.
You know it when you need services.
Read the Warranty and see what's the wording used.
Can I use iPhone 7/7 Plus from USA in Malaysia?
