You basically need to buy a unlocked phone from a 3rd party for more than the cost of the new phone here to do that.

Then in addition we have 2 systems, CDMA and GSM.

It is lame.

Quote Originally Posted by Birnando View Post
It is a strange system you got over there, with the service providers giving you the phone, and the accompanying overpriced plans for data and voice.

Although we have something similar over here, most people I know buy their own phones at market price, then shop around for the provider that suits their specific needs for the least amount of money.
And guess what? That's usually a lot cheaper in the long run.

I want to freely choose the type of phone I want, and I want to freely choose a provider that fits my needs.