Is it safe to use an unlocked Smartphone in the USA?

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Babita
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Is it safe to use an unlocked Smartphone in the USA?

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Hello, my friend gifted me an unlocked smartphone as my birthday gift. I plan to use it in the USA and want to know if it is legal.

Has anyone used an unlocked smartphone from a foreign country and used it in the United States?
Xavior
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Problems With Using Unlocked iPhone in USA?

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You should contact the carrier customer support and inform them about your plan to use the unlocked phone purchased from a different country. Some special carrier services may not be available to your unlocked phone.
Yashika
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Re: Is it safe to use an unlocked Smartphone in the USA?

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I do not think there are any legal or technical problems that prevent you from using an unlocked smartphone in the USA.
Phanto
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Buying unlocked Smartphone in the USA

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Babita wrote: I plan to use it in the USA and want to know if it is legal.

No legal problem as far as I know. However, no service provider will like you use a fully unlocked iPhone. Check for the service providers guidelines. You might find troubles with getting insurance coverage.
Reshmi R Menon
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unlocked Smartphone in the USA

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Hello Babita, don't you think the company revoke the warranty when you unlock the smartphone?
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Warranty Policy on unlocked Smartphones in the USA

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Reshmi R Menon wrote: Hello Babita, don't you think the company revoke the warranty when you unlock the smartphone?
You have a valid point Reshmi.
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Re: Is it safe to use an unlocked Smartphone in the USA?

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My friend works in Texas and he uses an unlocked phone bought from India. No issues
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