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My liberated iPhone
Want to see a video of my iPhone being successfully unlocked? It’s over on Engadget. So far so good; I’m pretty sure I threatened Ryan with bodily harm if something happened to it! I’m keeping it on the AT&T network for now (because hell, I paid for it) but it’s nice to know that I can switch it if I want to. Personally, I think $99 is steep for unlocking, but it’ll be worth it for some people.
And no, I do not regret having switched from T-Mobile when I did (just like I don’t regret paying the $200 more than people are now) even though I knew that it would only be a matter of time before the phone was unlocked.
Maybe I can find a Japanese SIM for my trip next week.
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about 2 years ago
Veronica, does that mean you could use any sim card from a current plan? I am actually on an ATT plan, but would consider swapping it into that phone. How does the whole data plan thing work for email and internet with another carrier?
I suppose I could read Ryan’s article since I am sure he covers it in detail, but Engadget runs like a slug on my system for some reason, loading up all those pictures and ads takes forever. You can tell him that from me! :0)
about 2 years ago
Q: Can I use my phone in Japan?
A: No. GSM is not deployed in Japan. If you just would like to use your GSM SIM card (i.e. make/receive calls with your usual number) in Japan, buy or rent a W-CDMA (UMTS) phone, put your SIM card in it and it can roam in Japan.
source: http://euc.jp/misc/cellphones.en.html
about 2 years ago
If you’re ever coming over to the UK and need a SIM, send me an email in advance – O2 regularly give free pay-as-you-go SIM cards to existing customers to give to their friends.
about 2 years ago
Vance, I suggest using Flashblock or finding another way to disable Flash. That usually does the trick.
about 2 years ago
Hey Veronica,
I am watching the video right now! I can’t wait to meet you on Friday! Please email me back!
about 2 years ago
Todd is right, Veronica. Japan uses the PHS system with a different frequency to GSM. Have fun in Japan!
about 2 years ago
Ryan, thanks for the suggestion. I have an older system with only 512 RAM, so any streamlining ideas are useful.
And thanks for the heads up about the Engadget podcast. It is unfortunate but understandable. I will keep the feed alive in case you guys get back into it later. I have been a fan ever since you guys were given the my Rio Karma some love!
Sorry V, for the OT, and for the repost, since the earlier version of this didn’t seem to stick.
about 2 years ago
Veronica, oddly enough, while you cannot use a GSM phone in Japan, you can use a GSM SIm in some Japanese WCDMA phones in Japan– keep that AT&T Sim and see if anyone reading knows if you can use it. Still need to check the roaming costs, though– bill could be humongous. The whole Japan cell phone thing is a pain brought about by trade protection.
about 2 years ago
Question for you, V. What is your stance on third-party native iPhone apps? Have you tried any? With the release of Installer.app, the process seems to be pretty streamlined and risk-free now, but I’m still concerned about trying it. I love my iPhone and seriously don’t want to brick it.
about 2 years ago
@Taylor – I’m totally happy with the 3rd party apps I’ve tried to far. I haven’t heard about it bricking anyone’s iPhones so far! But use at your own risk…
about 2 years ago
I also use an unlocked iPhone with installer.app. It’s great! Other than some of the applications being a little flaky, you can’t ask for a more streamlined software management system on the phone, IMO.
about 2 years ago
Hey V, any effects of the 1.1.1 upgrade on your iPhone? Hope it is still alive.