If you're switching carriers or going abroad, you'll need to SIM unlock your device. Here's how.
How to SIM Unlock Your Android Smartphone
You want to change networks, but your new SIM card won't work in your phone. Baffled, you call your new carrier, only to learn that your smartphone is locked to the first network, and there's not much you can do about it. Of course, this isn't strictly true. If you're using an Android device, there's always something you can do. Here's how to SIM unlock your Android phone or tablet.

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