Which phone will work with my carrier?

I’m still shopping for a phone

1. Filter listings by carrier

What’s the difference between a locked and unlocked phone?

Unlocked phones can work with any carrier, while locked phones can only work with specific carriers. To get optimal service from your carrier, it’s best to get a device model that is totally compatible with your carrier. Devices from a specific carrier may work with other carriers, but service won’t be optimal. For example, an AT&T-specific Galaxy S10e may work with a customer’s T-Mobile plan, but they won’t be able to send MMS.

If you were a customer with Sprint or one of its MVNOs, we encourage you to purchase an unlocked device. We do not guarantee that Sprint-compatible devices will work on T-Mobile.

Using a different carrier?

In the USA, the three major carriers are AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile (and Sprint). They own and control all of the wireless network infrastructure needed to get wireless service to our devices.

All other carriers are Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNO). Through contracts and business agreements they use the wireless network infrastructure of the three carriers. They don’t own any of the wireless network infrastructure and, in a way, are ‘renting space’ from the three carriers.

There are some great pros to using an MVNO: it’s budget-friendly and doesn’t have complicated contracts. But on the flipside, it can have its cons: coverage can be limited and service can be subject to data throttling.
Which network does my MVNO carrier use?

2. Check the listing for carrier compatibility

Once you’ve found the phone you want, you can always verify the carrier(s) that the phone works with and whether it’s unlocked on listing:

Super smooth display and steady video

– 6.1-inch high-resolution screen with 120Hz adaptive display makes every pixel silky smooth so your content looks even more bright and epic
– 50MP photo resolution lets you capture intensely detailed portraits, landscapes, and close-ups in vivid details
– 128GB of on-board storage gives you plenty of space for videos, photos, and other files
– Super fast 4nm processor chip delivers the speed you need to conference, collaborate, browse, create, and send without any lag
– 8K video at 60fps delivers theatre-like footage that’s ultra-sharp, detailed, and stunningly realistic

Long lasting battery and super-fast charging

– All-day battery ensures you’re always ready for action and don’t miss a moment (based on average battery life under typical usage conditions)
– 25W super-fast charging (wall charger sold separately) brings you back to action fast

Capture epic photos and more

– Auto Focus Video Stabilization feature lets you capture smooth, clear, steady, and unforgettable videos
– Portrait Mode auto-detects and adjusts to what you want front and center, making all your photos frame-worthy
– Nightography captures smooth, bright, and crystal-clear videos regardless of low lighting conditions
– Google Duo lets you stream, share, and watch your favourite videos and content with your friends and family
– Adaptive screen optimizes colour and brightness automatically, whether you’re shooting indoors or outdoors

Premium design and craftsmanship

– Eye-catching glass-metal-glass design gives the smartphone a premium look that meets your standards
– Intelligent blue light management automatically adjusts based on the time of day to keep your eyes fresh

Special features

– Microsoft and Google integration and collaboration helps you to access all your files saved in OneDrive and Google Drive right at your fingertips (MS – Office license required for purchase to edit Excel, Word or PowerPoint documents. License sold separately.)
– Sync your phone with your Windows PC, so you can access your mobile apps, make calls, respond to text messages and easily transfer files, all
without even picking up your phone
– Sync your phone with your Windows PC, so you can access your mobile apps, make calls, respond to text messages and easily transfer files, all
without even picking up your phone (Link to Windows requires the Your Phone app (free download), a Microsoft account and Windows 10. Some –
– mobile apps may have security features that prevent the mobile app from being viewed on PC.)
– With Knox security, you’re covered from chip to cloud, and that’s one less thing to worry about when it comes to your business
– With Knox Vault, your data is better protected by an enhanced, hardware-backed device security solution that keeps you covered