Are iPhone 5s unlocked already?
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Are iPhone 5s unlocked already?
The unlock clock is finally expiring on iPhone 5S and 5C phones in the US. The two-year commitments attached to many US-sold phones are now ending. Because of an industry agreement and a 2013 law those phones can be legally unlocked to be used on any carrier’s network that technically supports it.
What model iPhone is a A1533?
iPhone 5S
iPhone 5S
| Gold iPhone 5S | |
|---|---|
| Generation | 7th |
| Model | A1457 (Middle East) A1518, A1528 (China) A1530 (Asia Pacific) A1533 (North America, China) A1453 (North America, Japan) |
| Compatible networks | GSM, CDMA, 3G, EVDO, HSPA+, LTE |
| First released | September 20, 2013 |
Can you unlock an iPhone 5s to any network?
Unlocking your iPhone means that you can use it with different network providers. To contact your network provider and unlock your iPhone, follow these steps. Apple can’t unlock your iPhone for use with a different network provider. Only your network provider can unlock your iPhone.
Can you still use iPhone 5s in 2020?
The iPhone 5s is obsolete in the sense that it hasn’t been sold in the U.S. since 2016. But it is still current in that it can use Apple’s most recent operating system, iOS 12.4, that was just released. And even if the 5s is stuck using an old, unsupported operating system, you can continue to use it without concern.
How do I know which carrier My phone is locked to?
Method 1: Call your carrier The simplest way to definitively tell whether your phone is locked is to call your current carrier and ask. Though inconvenient, it’s the most reliable way to determine the lock status of your phone.
Is iPhone 5s A1533 GSM or CDMA?
iPhone Q&A
| iPhone 5s | Model Number | CDMA EV-DO |
|---|---|---|
| GSM/North America | A1533† | None |
| CDMA/Verizon | A1533 | 800, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz |
| CDMA/China Tel. | A1533 | 800, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz |
| CDMA/US/Japan | A1453 | 800, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz |
How do I know if my iPhone 5s is GSM or global?
Check the “Model” at the bottom on the back of the phone and cross-reference it with the model number on that list. Here are the relevant iPhone 5 data: GSM models: A1428, A1533 and A1530. CDMA models: A1429 and A1453.
What can I do with my old iPhone 5s?
7 ways to make use of your old iPhone
- Sell or donate it.
- Make it a dedicated music player.
- Turn it into a kid’s entertainment device.
- Make it an Apple TV remote.
- Make it a permanent car, bike, or kitchen fixture.
- Use it as a baby monitor.
- Turn it into your bedside buddy.
- …
Does the iPhone 5S a1533 work with Verizon?
The new iPhone 5s A1533 can support both Verizon, AT and T-Mobile in the US. Apple was able to pack both CDMA, GSM and all the LTE bands Verizon and AT support. If you buy your iPhone for Verizon, AT or T-Mobile you will be getting the same exact phone (model A1533).
Is the iPhone a1533 the unlocked version?
Yes, the A1533 is the unlocked version. See: iPhone 5s 16GB Gold (GSM) Unlocked. Perhaps once that phone is put under contract to AT, then AT locks it to their system so that you cannot move to a different provider without swapping out the SIM card.
Is the iPhone 5S unlocked in the US?
If you want an unlocked iPhone 5S in the US, get the “T Mobile” model which is the unlocked iPhone. Apple just includes a T-Mobile SIM for convenience, so they don’t have to stock two indentical models with just a SIM in one. Do not get the AT model which will be locked to that carrier. Regards. MoreLess
Is the AT a1533 unlocked?
Yes, the A1533 is the unlocked version. Perhaps once that phone is put under contract to AT, then AT locks it to their system so that you cannot move to a different provider without swapping out the SIM card. That could explain the discrepancy you’ve seen.