Handset makers in the U.S. are dabbling in selling phones directly to consumers, but will the model be attractive enough to consumers? Marguerite Reardon started as a CNET News reporter in 2004, ...

When dealing with an unlocked or locked phone, the question is whether or not the device can work on a specific wireless network that's different than the network the phone was designed to work on. An ...

Cell phones are practically essential in today’s world, but not everyone likes to be tied to a 24- or 36-month contract. With an unlocked cell phone, you can choose a pay-as-you-go or a contract-free ...

Nokia and Sony Ericsson are looking to crack the unlocked phone market in the U.S., but their quest will be an uphill battle. Marguerite Reardon started as a CNET News reporter in 2004, covering ...

Tello’s phone options are budget-friendly and mid-range. The best part? Tello phones are unlocked, giving you the flexibility to switch carriers in the future without needing a new phone. Bring Your ...

If you buy a mobile phone today, that phone will ususally be 'locked' to the provider's network, meaning that SIM cards from other networks will not work in the phone. If you want to switch to a ...

Switching to a new cell phone service provider can save you hundreds of dollars per year—and there’s no need to ditch your current phone to do so. To make the move, though, you may have to first ...

Everyone talks about unlocked phones but what are they? When dealing with an unlocked or locked phone, the question is ...