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Hi Guys,
I know this has probably been discussed before, several times, but I can't find it and don't really have the time to scroll through 100's of pages etc.
Basically if I buy the Iphone from Carphone Warehouse or O2, will i need to enter into the 18month contract right away?
Or do I simply go into the shop, buy the phone and do whatever i like with it?
As in like, activate it my self?
If I don't activate it, can they still tie me in for 18months?
All i want to do is get the phone thats all, no contract.
All help appreciated
Thanks.
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[ This Message was edited by: Merc_Man on 2008-04-17 20:36 ]
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Posted: 2008-02-12 11:33:28
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No you wont be tied in until you activate it
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Posted: 2008-02-12 11:39:10
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So i could simply buy one today from CPW or O2.
Unlock it and put my Orange sim in there and I will never be tied into a contract with them.
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Posted: 2008-02-12 11:40:33
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You can do what you like with it but you'll have to bypass the activation, jailbreak and unlock it, depending what software it'll be running before you can use another sim with it. There are plenty of sites around to help you do it.
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Posted: 2008-02-12 11:40:34
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On 2008-02-12 11:40:33, Merc_Man wrote:
So i could simply buy one today from CPW or O2.
Unlock it and put my Orange sim in there and I will never be tied into a contract with them.
Yep, exactly
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Posted: 2008-02-12 11:42:34
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Fantastic! Think i'll try one out then.
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Posted: 2008-02-12 11:43:13
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I thought you still have to enter into an agreement with o2 where you pay an agreed amount, irrespective of whether you activate the handset or not.
Usually in UK, Carphone will at the point of purchase send your details to o2, they will activate your o2 sim and start billing you accordingly. Remember, CPW does not get paid their commission until your details are sent to o2.
What you do with the handset is your choice, but you still have to pay the 18 month contract from the point of purchase.
What your asking is buying a sim free phone from CPW and then unlocking it yourself?
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Posted: 2008-02-12 15:44:25
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No you choose your tariff and activate through iTunes when you get it home, your simply purchasing the handset from CPW, o2 or Apple.
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Posted: 2008-02-12 16:29:56
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Thanks haynesycop, I didn't know this. I thought it was connected like any regular handset.
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Posted: 2008-02-12 17:17:40
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Well does it work?
im very intrested
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Posted: 2008-04-17 15:59:29
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