Unlocked iPhone 3G question - SRT Forums

ShiRoTor4 · 11-05-2009, 06:42 PM

I just got an iPhone 3G and unlocked it. Now, I was wondering if I could use T-Mobile's 3G network with my iPhone (just for talking, not data). Ive had my SIM for over 5 years. When I try to turn on 3G mode now I lose my signal. Anyone know?

smoger · 11-06-2009, 07:12 AM

just a guess, but you might have to modify the network settings to look for t-mobile's network as opposed to AT&T's. Also, obviously you need to actually subscribe to T-Mo's 3g service.

Finally.. you should have just gotten an Android phone. It does everything the iphone does - and more - and you wouldnt have had to jailbreak it or anything(since Google doesn't reject apps for arbitrary reasons)

edit: if you just want to use it to talk, why does it matter if it's on 3g or not? edge voice quality is no different and easier on the battery.

Dealnightfire · 11-06-2009, 08:45 PM

You can use an Iphone on Tmobiles network but you wouldn't be able to use many data apps. Its easier on a 3G as opposed to a 3GS and I think the firmware has to be low

I agree with Smoger though. I have T mobile and the Android operating system is much better and more flexible than Apple's IMO. I just lost my phone but I will have a new one by next week just haven't decided which android phone to get