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What is an APN, and how do I change it?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
The right APN settings are essential for your phone to connect to your carrier's network.

How do I know if my phone is unlocked?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
An unlocked phone is the key to getting service from an alternative carrier. Here's how you can check if your device is unlocked.

Best unlocked phones on Amazon for every budget 2023
By Namerah Saud Fatmi published
Amazon is one of the easiest places to buy an unlocked phone and have it delivered in a flash. Here are the best unlocked Android phones it's selling at a variety of price levels.

Our readers have spoken — unlocked is the way to go when buying a smartphone
By Derrek Lee published
In our latest poll, we asked if you prefer to purchase smartphones locked or unlocked. These are some responses we received.

Poll: Do you buy smartphones locked or unlocked?
By Derrek Lee published
In our latest poll, we asked our readers if they prefer to purchase smartphones locked or unlocked. Either option has benefits for consumers.

Does Visible support unlocked phones?
By Samuel Contreras last updated
Bring the phone you love to a new network.

What Android phones are compatible with Visible?
By Samuel Contreras published
Visible works with a lot of Android phones these days, but still lacks support for some older models or more uncommon phones.

Best places to buy unlocked phones 2022
By Joe Maring, Jeramy Johnson last updated
If you're wanting to go unlocked with your next phone and need some pointers about where to find one from a reputable store, we're here to help.
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