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SIM Not allowed - Using Unlocked iPhone for text and calling only (no data plan)
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06-20-2012 05:49:15 PM
Is it possible to use an unlocked iPhone on AT&T without signing up for a data plan? I had intended to give my old iPhone phone to another member of our AT&T family plan. This is for an older family member who doesn't need or want a data plan. They just need the iphone's better keyboard for their occasional texting. When I swap in her SIM card it says "No signal" and in Settings--> General --> Network it says "SIM not allowed" AT&T just unlocked this phone for me. What is going on?
Re: SIM Not allowed - Using Unlocked iPhone for text and calling only (no data plan)
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06-20-2012 05:53:32 PM
ATT's policy is that if you use an iPhone on their network, or any smartphone, it must have a data plan. you can check out google and look for go-phone options.
For service or support questions including existing order status, call:
Customer Support: 1-800-331-0500
Information on iPhone unlocking can be found here by copying this link into your browser:
http://forums.wireless.att.com/t5/Apple-Community-Discussion/iPhone-Unlock-Information/m-p/3260825#U3260825

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06-21-2012 08:20:57 AM
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