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This might be a silly question: Can I use a smartphone that I've bought in the US also in Europe?

robtlaw

As long as it's not sim-locked and supports the same frequencies they have here then you probably can use it in Belgium. The quickest way to find out is to put a working European SIM card into the phone and see if the phone can make calls, surf the web, etc. If you have problems take it to the store of the service provider you want to use and they should be able to figure it out.

Good luck!

May 10, 2017 09:55
CC_R

Hi I have used an American bought iPhone in the past but I do believe they are possibly region locking them now but of course I'm sure people can "jailbreak" them.
So yes I believe it's usually possible

May 11, 2017 14:18
anon

If your phone previously worked in the US on one of these networks, (which are GSM standard) then yes, it will work here.

http://www.unlockedshop.com/a-full-list-of-gsm-carriers-in-the-usa/

If it was with another company, such as Verizon, Sprint or US Cellular, then it isn't GSM technology, it's CDMA, and will probably not work here.

Although it will depend partly on the make of phone as well. Newer iPhones will generally work on both technologies (unless they were sold "locked" in the US to one network), as well as Nexus and some Motorola models.

As others have said, the only way to really know is to get a sim card and try it.

May 11, 2017 15:03
JT2015

Google "will my iphone work in europe". It's all explained.

May 12, 2017 14:32
JT2015

If it's an iPhone of course - otherwise "will my (insert name of phone) work in Europe"

May 12, 2017 14:33
Anyssa

Yes you can, smartphones are designed to be used in every corner of the world, and you can use rushessay.com reviews without worrying about anything. It will be the best thing.

Jan 7, 2018 23:09
RosaleeJHays

Confirm that your phone will work in Europe. Nearly all newer phones work fine abroad (as do older phones purchased through AT&T and T-Mobile), but it's smart to check with your carrier if you're unsure.
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Feb 1, 2019 08:56
CarolJSipple

Make sure you're equipped with a proper phone. You'll need either a European phone or an unlocked phone in order for a European SIM card to work.
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Feb 1, 2019 11:22
BonnieJLucas

Many (but not all) of these phones will not “just work” in Europe. The US uses different radio frequencies to the rest of the world, so you need a “World Phone” that is designed to work in the US and outside the US.

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Feb 6, 2019 05:50
MaryMHayes

Europe uses a different standard, GSM. The only US phones which can work in Europe are: GSM phones from AT&T and/or T-Mobile, the two GSM providers in the US,
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Feb 8, 2019 11:20

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