Unlocking Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unlocking?
Mobile Phone Unlocking is simply the removal of any network or carrier restrictions on your phone allowing it to be used with any sim card.
What are the benefits?
Clearly the ability to switch networks in order to get the best deal on your calls is the main reason, but not only that, unlocking your mobile phone unlocking vastly increases the value of your handset allowing you to resell it when you upgrade to a newer, better model.
What do I do with the unlock code?
It varies slightly from handset to handset and so we provide full instructions via email.
Travel a lot or going abroad?
Unlocking your phone has many benefits for the frequent traveler. Once you have unlocked your phone you may also then be able to enable dual, tri or even quad band capability which will allow you to use your phone across the world without hefty roaming charges. As you can use any SIM card on any network you will also be able to buy SIM cards from local service providers in the country you are staying and take advantage of their cheaper prices while abroad - slashing the prices you would normally expect to pay on calls and text messages. Roaming is one of the biggest money makers for the telecoms providers as it is difficult for regulators to lower their prices - don't fall victim to it!
Is one SIM just not enough?
An unlocked phone allows you the use of a dual SIM adaptor. In means you can have two SIM cards linked to your phone and you can switch between the two of them without having to physically change the cards over. This is ideal if you want to separate work and private calls, or if you frequently traveling abroad.
Changing phones? Sell your old one for more
Most people frequently upgrade their phone and when they do there old phone just gathers dust around the house. Why not unlock that phone and increase the value by up to 300%! You can easily sell the phone on any auction site or online marketplace such as Ebay or Gumtree even Facebook!
Do I lose any features?
You don't lose any features. Some features may be network-dependent however, for example Visual Voicemail on the iPhone only works with legitimate iPhone carriers, e.g. o2 in the UK and AT&T in the US.
What are the risks?
There are none! The unlocking process is quick and simple, our step by step instructions will guide you through he process which often only takes a few minutes. No damage will be done to the phone as it is purely a software issue and the process is completely legal.