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3 sim in any 3g phone

Dont really want to pay so much for a Rubbish mobile form the 3 store, so will any 3g phone work with a 3 sim??

many thanks for any help

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  • Sid_Harper
    Sid_Harper Posts: 1,891 Forumite
    Yes, so long as it doesn't have a network lock and is not blocked (i.e. registered lost/stolen!)
    The thanks button is here to the right. If you find a post saves you money, gives you useful information, or you agree with it, take a second to thank the poster! :)
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  • cheers, am off to cpw as most are unlocked andd cheaper than buying a new phone from 3 cheapest is £109 on website
  • Buzby
    Buzby Posts: 8,275 Forumite
    Do also remember that 3's phones are all pre-configured for their network. It can be a pain (and at times impossible) to get the correct settings for your model to connect successfully with other data services. Paying a reduced price for another's network handset can be a false economy.
  • Hi, whatever phone you get there will be a sub forum specific at a 3g forum(type in 3g forum ito google and you can't miss it) and on there if you're lucky someone will of posted up the settings you need for three's service and internet etc. If not just register and ask and there is normally someone who can answer your question. I found it is good to get an opinion of a 3g phone before you buy as there are so many people on there that post so you get an unbiased view on them. Hope this helps :)
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