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unlocked cellphone

When manufactured, GSM cellphones are unlocked, meaning they can be used with any subscriber identity module (SIM) from any compatible carrier service provider. A cellphone may be electronically 'locked' by a service provider, in which case it can only be used with that carrier's service.



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