Yeah, for new models only Apple Retail sells immediately carrier unlocked models as SIM-free. Mass chain retail (Walmart, BestBuy, Target) have a “first SIM inserted lock” activation policy on their...
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Type: Posts; User: Haas_Dave
Yeah, for new models only Apple Retail sells immediately carrier unlocked models as SIM-free. Mass chain retail (Walmart, BestBuy, Target) have a “first SIM inserted lock” activation policy on their...
Technically Xfinity and Spectrum mobile are Verizon MVNOs, so that would explain why those SIMs work. Verizon tends to allow all VZ MVNOs to work on their devices, as long as the device isn't...
I would buy through Apple for full price, through Apple Card or their financing program. Those will absolutely be unlocked. Avoid selecting a carrier when ordering, as selecting a carrier may give...