Can You Use A Unlocked Iphone With Straight Talk

In this video I'm going to show you how to sign up for Straight Talk Check if your phone is eligible for use on Straight Talk's Verizon network. Part 1 – Get Started Do you have an iPhone 6s or iPhone 6 and want to sign up for Straight Talk Wireless? Don’t understand how it works or know how to sign up? In this video I’m going to tell you what you need to know and show you how to sign up. Now I have the iPhone 6 here, but all the all the information and steps in this video will also work for the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, and iPhone 6 Plus too. And going forward, I’ll just say iPhone to refer to one of those four models.

When you sign up for Straight Talk you’ll have the choice to buy your iPhone directly from Straight Talk or use the iPhone you already have. If you want to use your iPhone, you’ll sign up for Straight Talk’s Bring Your Own Phone Plan or BYOP plan for short. You can also buy an iPhone directly from Straight Talk, if you don’t have one. Straight Talk sells both the latest as well as previous model iPhones at a variety of price points. They often have reconditioned iPhones that are more affordable.

Not every iPhone for sale from Straight Talk is the best deal at any given time, but the available models and prices change over time. Use one of the links below to see what Straight Talk currently has to offer. The first thing you should do when you sign up for Straight Talk Wireless is pick the network you want to use. Straight Talk didn’t build their own cellular network, instead they use the AT&T, Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile networks. When you sign up you are Straight Talk’s customer, but your iPhone will use one of those networks. Pick the network that has the best coverage in your area.

Jun 24, 2014 can i use the AT&T gsm sim in a Verizon unlocked phone with straight talk, they are saying that becuse it was previously on v Forum. I have a Samsung Galaxy C7 Factory Unlocked smartphone, great phone!! I am currently using Straight Talk wireless which in my Forum. SolvedUnlocked phone to straight talk w verizon sim.

If you are currently an AT&T, Verizon, Sprint or T-Mobile network customer and are satisfied with the network coverage, hen choose the same network when you sign up for Straight Talk. Note that I don’t have experience using Straight Talk’s Sprint network and I have have little feedback from smartphonematters readers about using the Sprint Network. So consider this information a guideline. And if you want to sign up for Straight Talk and use the Sprint network, I’d like to hear from you. When I asked Straight Talk and they told me that if you want to use your iPhone with Straight Talk’s Sprint network, the phone must be eligible and you must have your Sprint SIM card still in the phone to get 4G LTE service. Straight Talk does not sell Sprint compatible SIM cards.

Note that Straight Talk may not offer service on each of those four networks in all areas, but if you are currently using AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, or T-Mobile then Straight Talk should offer that network in your area. You’ll check if the network you want is available before you order your SIM card online on straighttalk.com. Part 2 – Will Your iPhone Work? Let’s fill in this table looking at the way most customers with an iPhone would sign up for Straight Talk’s BYOP plan. Straight Talk expects that iPhone customers will use the same network they are currently using when they switch to Straight Talk. And, because of this your phone will work that same Straight Talk.

My iPhone is from AT&T If your iPhone is from AT&T it will work with Straight Talk’s AT&T network whether the phone is locked or unlocked. Your iPhone is “locked” when your wireless company has prevented you from using your phone on another wireless companies network. If your AT&T iPhone is locked, it is not going to work with Straight Talk’s Verizon, Sprint, or T-Mobile network.

If its unlocked, you can use it on the Straight Talk’s T-Mobile network or Straight Talk’s Verizon network If it is eligible. It will not work with Straight Talk’s Sprint network. My iPhone is from Verizon If your iPhone is from Verizon it will work with Straight Talk’s Verizon network if the phone is eligible. Later, I’ll show you how to find out if your phone is eligible, by checking your iPhone’s serial number online at straighttalk.com.

All Verizon iPhone 6 models were sold by Verizon unlocked so I’ll just will in the table for unlocked iPhones. Your Verizon iPhone will work with Straight Talk’s AT&T or T-Mobile network. It will not work with Straight Talk’s Sprint network.

My iPhone is from Sprint If your iPhone is from Sprint it will work with Straight Talk’s Sprint network if the phone is eligible. If your Sprint iPhone is locked. It’s not going to work with Straight Talk’s AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile networks. If it’s unlocked, you can use it with Straight Talk’s AT&T network or T-Mobile network. You can use it with Straight Talk’s Verizon network if its eligible.

I asked Straight Talk and they told me that if you want to use your iPhone with Straight Talk’s Sprint network, the phone needs to beeeligible and you’ll need to have your Sprint SIM card still in the phone to get 4G LTE service. Straight Talk does not sell Sprint compatible SIM cards. Note that I don’t have experience using Straight Talk’s Sprint network and I have have little feedback from smartphonematters readers about using the Sprint Network. So consider this information a guideline.

And if you want to sign up for Straight Talk and use the Sprint network, I’d like to hear from you. My iPhone is from T-Mobile If your iPhone is from T-Mobile it will work with Straight Talk’s T-Mobile network regardless of whether your phone is locked or unlocked. How To Check If Your Iphone Is Unlocked Imei. If your T-Mobile iPhone is unlocked it will work with Straight Talk’s AT&T network. If the phone is unlocked, it will work with Straight Talk’s Verizon network if the phone is eligible. It will not work with Straight Talk’s Sprint network.

My iPhone Is From Another Wireless Company If your iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, or iPhone 6 Plus or iPhone 6 is from a wireless company other than AT&T, Verizon, Sprint or T-Mobile, you still may be able to use it with Straight Talk Wireless. Oscassionally someone asks me aout using a US Cellular iPhone with Straight Talk. To use your iPhone with the Straight Talk AT&T or Straight Talk T-Mobile network, you’ll need to check that Straight Talk has coverage on one of those networks in your area and your iPhone needs to be unlocked. You can use your iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, or iPhone 6 from another wireless company with Straight Talk’s Verizon network if your phone is eligible. You can check if your iPhone is eligible on straighttalk.com.

You’ll enter your zip code and phone’s serial number, called an IMEI and Straight Talk will tell you if your iPhone is eligible. I Want to Buy SIM-free iPhone from the Apple Store Many people ask me if they can buy the SIM-free iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, or iPhone 6 directly from the Apple Store and use it with Straight Talk’s BYOP plan.

Yes, you can. “SIM-free” is what Apple calls their full price, “contract-free”, “factory unlocked” model phones.

The SIM-free models work with Straight Talk’s AT&T or Straight Talk’s T-Mobile network. They will also work with Straight Talk’s Verizon network if they are eligible. Part 3 – Pick Your Monthly Plan Now it’s time to pick your Monthly plan. With Straight Talk you’ll have a choice of a $45, $55, and $60 Monthly plan. All plans come with unlimited nationwide talk, text, and data.

The $45 plan includes 5GB of High Speed data. The $55 plan includes 10GB of high speed data. That’s double the amount than the $45 plan for $10 more.

The $60 plan comes with 5GB of high speed data but also includes international calling. All monthly plans are 30 days. Note while the data is unlimited, you will be reduced to 2G data speeds for the rest of the month after using up your first 5 or 10GB of data. With 2G data speeds you may be able to check email or send a message.

Don’t expect to listen to streaming audio or watch video with 2G speeds. Many users say they find 2G speeds unusable. Most people choose the $45 plan. The $55 plan is new, and if you use a lot of data, it may make sense for you. I rarely if ever have use up all my high speed data The $60 plan offers international calling. Make sure to check straighttalk.com to check the terms for which countries and numbers you can call as well as the terms for calling mobile and landline numbers.

They are t updated over time so straighttalk.com is the best source for the most up to date information. Note straight talk does offer a $30 plan but it cannot be used with the BYOP plan. They also offer discounts for 3 month, 6 month, and one year plans. I generally would not recommend these plans for someone just signing up as you are prepaying for months of service that are non refundable if you decide you are unhappy with the service.

Finally, I want to point out that unlimited text messages does not include MMS picture messages and group messages. While these features work just fine for many, Straight Talk will not guarantee they work with your BYOP plan iPhone. Part 4 – SIM Cards Now that you have picked your network and your plan.

It’s time to order a SIM card and monthly plan. You can buy these in Walmart or order them directly online from straighttalk.com. When you you order online you’ll only pay for the SIM card you need and you’ll be able to pick the Monthly plan you want to.

As part of ordering online, you’ll confirm that the network you want to use is available in your area, and that your phone is eligible if you want to use the Verizon or Sprint networks. When you order your SIM, pick the one for the network you want to use and the size that fit’s your phone. All iPhone 6s and 6 models use a nano SIM. This is what the AT&T nano SIM card looks like.

You’ll see its on a blue card, clearly labeled nano SIM and says for use in AT&T compatible devices This is what the T-Mobile nano SIM card looks like. You’ll see its on a pink card, clearly labeled nano SIM and says for use in T-Mobile compatible devices This is what the Verizon nano SIM card looks like. You’ll see its on a white card, clearly labeled nano SIM and says for use in CDMA LTE compatible devices If you want to use the Verizon network you’ll also need a network access code. The network access code is a PIN printed on a paper card. You’ll scratch off that silver stuff to reveal the PIN number.

You’ll use the PIN number to register your phone on Straight Talk’s network as part of the activation process. Apple Iphone 7 Plus Unlock Code. If you want to use the Sprint network. You’ll need to still have your existing Sprint SIM in your phone. Straight Talk doesn’t sell Sprint compatible SIM cards. And If you want to use the Sprint network you’ll also need a network access code I just showed you.

Finally I wanted to show you want a different size SIM card looks like. This is AT&T Dual SIM card. This SIM is too big for the iPhone 6.

You’ll see its much bigger than the nano SIM. You would use this SIM card with phones that use a standard or micro SIM card. In addition to the SIM card, you’ll need a monthly plan. This card is for the $45 Monthly plan.

You’ll see there is some silver stuff you’ll scratch off with a coin to reveal the service pin which you’ll enter online to activate your first month of service. Part 5 – Order Your AT&T nano SIM Card To order the Straight Talk AT&T nano SIM card: • Click the ORDER YOUR STRAIGHT TALK AT&T SIM CARD button above. • from the menu, choose Shop >SIM Cards >Phones • On the Shop SIM cards page, make sure you are on the I HAVE A GSM PHONE tab • Click My Phone is a GSM AT&T compatible phone • Enter Your Zip Code • Click Check Availability • From the SO YOU WANT TO BRING YOUR OWN PHONE page. Click Continue • From AT&T Compatible Nano SIM, Click Select SIM Card • Choose the SIM Card or the SIM card with the Monthly Plan you want. • From AT&T Compatible Nano SIM card with $45 Monthly Plan, Click Add To Cart • From the Shopping Cart, Click Proceed To Check Out • Enter your Shipping and Billing Information and complete your order.

If the Straight Talk AT&T network is not available in your area, you will never make to Step 7. If you look carefully you’ll see the error message: “We’re sorry. Service is not available in the Zip Code you provided. Please enter a different Zip Code or call our Customer Care Center for further assistance.

Part 6 – Order Your Verizon nano SIM Card To order the Straight Talk Verizon nano SIM card: • Click the ORDER YOUR STRAIGHT TALK VERIZON SIM CARD button above.