Q&A

Does iPhone 5s work on T-Mobile?

Does iPhone 5s work on T-Mobile?

The iPhone 5c, 5s, and newer iPhones from other US carriers and Apple stores are compatible with the T-Mobile 2G/3G/4G/LTE networks. Some features may not work on T-Mobile’s network when using unofficially unlocked iPhones. Software updates may re-lock these devices as well.

Can an iPhone 5s be used with any carrier?

The iPhone 5s from Sprint is technically compatible with all four carriers’ 3G and 4G networks, though it’s missing bands from each, which may limit performance. This is especially true when it comes to T-Mobile, as it’s missing three of the carrier’s 4G bands.

What is an iPhone 5s 64GB worth?

How much is my Apple iPhone 5S 64GB worth? The going rate for a used Apple iPhone 5S 64GB right now is between £2.00 and £6.00. To see the available quotes we have from UK recyclers, take a look at the table on this page, and you can compare how much they’re offering and what their services are like.

Will Verizon iPhone 5s work on T-Mobile?

The AT and T-Mobile versions of the iPhone 5S are identical. And the Verizon Wireless version of the iPhone 5S is also the same as the AT and T-Mobile versions. The only big difference is that the Verizon version also includes CDMA support. And the AT and T-Mobile GSM versions do not.

Is my iPhone 5s GSM or CDMA?

Yes. All iPhone 5s have both GSM and CDMA hardware. Unlocking only Applies to the GSM portion of the iPhone. To use Sprint, Sprint would still need to activate the CDMA portion of the iPhone on their network for 3G and lower network access, and they are known to reject earlier iPhones.

Does the iPhone 5s support 5g?

The iPhone 5s now seems to work fine with the 5GHz network.

Are iPhone 5S unlocked already?

The unlock clock is finally expiring on iPhone 5S and 5C phones in the US. The two-year commitments attached to many US-sold phones are now ending. Because of an industry agreement and a 2013 law those phones can be legally unlocked to be used on any carrier’s network that technically supports it.

How do I know if my iPhone 5S is CDMA or GSM?

If your phone has an MEID or an ESN number, it’s CDMA. If you see an IMEI number then it’s GSM. If you see both, then your device supports both technologies (lucky you!).

Is iPhone 5 a LTE?

Yes. Apple has officially jumped on the LTE bandwagon, and their latest smartphone, the iPhone 5 offers full LTE compatibility (at least on US carriers AT, Verizon, and Sprint). Despite the fast LTE download speeds, the iPhone 5 suffers no reduction in battery life over the iPhone 4S.

Is iPhone 5S CDMA or GSM?

All iPhone 5s have both GSM and CDMA hardware. Unlocking only Applies to the GSM portion of the iPhone. To use Sprint, Sprint would still need to activate the CDMA portion of the iPhone on their network for 3G and lower network access, and they are known to reject earlier iPhones.

How do I know if my iPhone 5s is global or GSM?

Check the “Model” at the bottom on the back of the phone and cross-reference it with the model number on that list. Here are the relevant iPhone 5 data: GSM models: A1428, A1533 and A1530. CDMA models: A1429 and A1453.

Is iPhone 5s A1457 GSM or global?

A1533 or A1457 or A1530: iPhone 5s (GSM model) A1533 or A1453: iPhone 5s (CDMA model)