question about switching carriers

[Trevor Giebler]

So I have an s8+ on verizon. I am looking at switching to tmobile. However I need to know if they even have service in my area other than what their coverage map says. Because their map says I am in solid 4g coverage . What I want to do is buy a prepaid tmobile sim and try it out. What I need to know is can I do that with my verizon s8? I dont want to buy a new phone from tmobile just to find out their service sucks.

I went to their website but when I put in my imei it says invalid. And the closest store is 1 hr away from me. Any body know about this? While I dont expect everything to work i just want to know if it's an option.

 

[justnivek]

Verizon brand S8 will only work on Verizon Brand service unless unlocked (maybe someone could correct me on that because I've heard that Verizons phones come unlocked already?)

 

[methodman89]

You need to verify that you are going to GSM from GSM or CDMA to CDMA or the phone will not work. A Google search will help you.