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iPhones purchased with carrier financing in the US are now locked to the carrier that financed them.
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Who
Apple, US carriers
What
iPhones purchased with carrier financing in the US are now locked to the carrier that financed them.
When
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:01 GMT · 2h 2m ago
Where
US ·
Why
This change affects how iPhones are sold and activated when financed through a carrier.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
Consumers purchasing iPhones with carrier financing in the US will no longer receive unlocked devices, potentially affecting their ability to switch carriers easily.
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