no unlocked devices allowed on VZW?

[ShaggyKids]

Hi,

I did an online chat on VZW tonight asking if they allow the use of an unlocked tablet on their service w/o violating any laws or policies. Since I understand it depends on who you talk to at VZW sometimes, I'm just double checking. Anyone know if this is an ok thing to do? In case it makes a difference I'm talking about a tablet not a phone.

Thanks,
Deb

 

[cgardnervt]

Hi,

I did an online chat on VZW tonight asking if they allow the use of an unlocked tablet on their service w/o violating any laws or policies. Since I understand it depends on who you talk to at VZW sometimes, I'm just double checking. Anyone know if this is an ok thing to do? In case it makes a difference I'm talking about a tablet not a phone.

Thanks,
Deb

In short no you can not. If you want to use an unlocked device check out GSM carriers. (Tmo, att and the MNVO's using their towers.)

 

[dpham00]

All gsm carriers must allow any compatible gsm device on its network. I think Verizon got around this by not having any devices compatible with its network in the market that isn't Verizon branded

Sent from my Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II

 

[karn101]

All gsm carriers must allow any compatible gsm device on its network. I think Verizon got around this by not having any devices compatible with its network in the market that isn't Verizon branded

Sent from my Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II

Verizon isn't a GSM carrier. (Can't really count their LTE)

Also, it depends on what you're asking - the Droid DNA is unlocked (I've use it on T-Mobile) and I believe the iPhone 5 is unlocked as well.

So yes, they do allow unlocked devices on their network.

 

[cgardnervt]

Verizon isn't a GSM carrier. (Can't really count their LTE)

Also, it depends on what you're asking - the Droid DNA is unlocked (I've use it on T-Mobile) and I believe the iPhone 5 is unlocked as well.

So yes, they do allow unlocked devices on their network.

No they do not. IF THE ESN is NOT in the system it will NOT work. Its been that way sense the beginning of time. (They use CDMA technology for voice/text.)

 

[hokiesteve]

No they do not. IF THE ESN is NOT in the system it will NOT work. Its been that way sense the beginning of time. (They use CDMA technology for voice/text.)

I think this needs some clarification. You are both right. Verizon's phones that have gsm radios in them are unlocked to varying degrees. Some you can only use international sims in and others you can use domestic ones too.

However, there is no way to buy an unlocked phone for Verizon's network that did not originate with or was approved by Verizon. That'll probably be the case until volte is deployed and it's possible to use phones that don't have cdma radios on their network.

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[cgardnervt]

I think this needs some clarification. You are both right. Verizon's phones that have gsm radios in them are unlocked to varying degrees. Some you can only use international sims in and others you can use domestic ones too.

However, there is no way to buy an unlocked phone for Verizon's network that did not originate with our was approved by Verizon. That'll probably be the case until volte is deployed and it's possible to use phones that don't have cdms radios on their network.

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I know Hoki but I didnt want the op confused.

Phones like the HTC DNA can be used on any GSM network but you will only get EDGE as far as I know. Otherwise if you flip the scenario a GSM unlocked phone will not work on Verizon's network.

 

[dpham00]

I think this needs some clarification. You are both right. Verizon's phones that have gsm radios in them are unlocked to varying degrees. Some you can only use international sims in and others you can use domestic ones too.

However, there is no way to buy an unlocked phone for Verizon's network that did not originate with or was approved by Verizon. That'll probably be the case until volte is deployed and it's possible to use phones that don't have cdma radios on their network.

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The nexus 4 on original firmware should work where Verizon has band 4 deployed (which is only in the testing phase) and obviously lte only though for now.


http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2374416

Sent from my Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II

 

[Jude526]

Any wifi tab will work. And not cost u extra. I got mine on ebay. I have my phone as a hotspot. Also have Verizon's jetpak for my internet.

sent from my amazing Note2

 

[hokiesteve]

The nexus 4 on original firmware should work where Verizon has band 4 deployed (which is only in the testing phase) and obviously lte only though for now.


http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2374416

Sent from my Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II

True, it would work for data only, but until Verizon deploys VoLTE it'll still be nearly impossible to connect a non Verizon phone to their network. I suspect the phone market is going to open up a lot more in the US once VoLTE becomes more prevalent.

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[cgardnervt]

True, it would work for data only, but until Verizon deploys VoLTE it'll still be nearly impossible to connect a non Verizon phone to their network. I suspect the phone market is going to open up a lot more in the US once VoLTE becomes more prevalent.

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Hokie lets hope your correct! One of the reasons why I went with GSM technology is the fact its a lot easier to replace your phone and you have more options. (Also great name by the way! I enjoy saying it IRL out loud. My coworkers hear me and they even laugh!) VoLTE will being more subs to all CDMA networks if they allow users to do that I bet!

 

[Mr. Toad]

I think you will be able to use the New Nexus 7 LTE on Verizon. Looks like it will only work on LTE and not 3g.

http://m.androidcentral.com/new-nexus-7-specs

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