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Originally Posted by ElectroGeek
from what I understand is the phone is capable, but when you select a phone "For Verizon" vs a Carrier Unlocked is that the phone is linked to Verizon firmware and within that Verizon made software is the problem.
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Thanks. I feel like there's so much info floating around out there regarding the requirements. I know for iPhones, they claim they do not lock or that it's only temporary. I know there's always a fuss with CDMA and GSM...I ran into it when I tried to activate my eSIM as a GSM. It's a bunch of BS that the carriers do it in the name of security...yet between the robocalls/spam and the SIM swapping (scary stuff)...I don't believe a word.
From Verizon
Device Unlocking Policies
In order to mitigate theft and other fraudulent activity, newly purchased devices are “locked” to work exclusively on the Verizon network. We have separate device unlocking policies that cover postpay and prepaid devices, as well as special rules for deployed military personnel.
“Unlocking” a device refers only to disabling software that would prevent a consumer from attempting to activate a device designed for one carrier’s network on another carrier’s network. Due to differing technologies, an unlocked Verizon Wireless device may not work – or may experience limited functionality – on another carrier’s network.
Postpay Device Unlocking Policy
Devices that you purchase from Verizon are locked for 60 days after purchase. Devices that you purchase from our retail partners are locked for 60 days after activation. After 60 days, we will automatically remove the lock. Following the 60 day lock period, we do not lock our phones at any time.
Prepaid Device Unlocking Policy
Devices that you purchase from Verizon and certain devices purchased from our retail partners are locked for 60 days after activation. After 60 days, we will automatically remove the lock. Following the 60 day lock period following device purchase, we do not lock our phones at any time.
If you purchase a 4G Phone-in-a-Box from our retail partners, you should review the back of the box to determine the lock period applicable to that device.
Unlocking Policy for Deployed Military Personnel
If you are a Verizon Wireless customer in the military and receive relocation orders outside of the Verizon Coverage Area, we will unlock your device at your request, even during the 60-day-lock period following the purchase of your device.
Updated on: July 19, 2019