The programmable Apple SIM, today for the new iPad Air 2, gives users the freedom to move from one wireless carrier to another -- in theory, at least. Love Apple or hate it, you can't deny the company ...

GSM phones can be "locked", that is made to accept only SIM cards belonging to a specific network. Typically, this is done so that phones will work only on the network of the carrier. SIM-locked ...

Android Q is set to bring a selection of exciting new features, including a system-wide dark mode and improved control over app permissions. Other changes might not be so well-received however, such ...

Apple appears to have reversed course in Japan on a key feature of its iPad 3G: It won’t offer a version capable of being used with different cellular carriers there. All Japanese models will be ...

Since last week’s leak, it’s been clear that Android Q is going to include some positive changes for Android going forward, like system-wide dark mode and new permissions settings. Unfortunately, it’s ...

“Is that even legal?” is a question frequently asked when people discover FNB has SIM-locked its new ConeXis phones. SIM-locking refers to limiting the networks a device will run on. In the case of ...

After you purchase and use your cellphone for an extended period of time, you can change networks. However, the phone that you're currently using may not be offered on that network. If you wish to ...

Google Fi has implemented a Number Lock feature to fight illegal SIM swaps. This feature blocks your number from being transferred to another phone or to a new network. The FCC announced new rules to ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. We still haven’t heard back from Verizon after asking for an update on their supposedly incoming new device ...