Unlocking the unlocked cell phone market Nokia and Sony Ericsson are looking to crack the unlocked phone market in the U.S., but their quest will be an uphill battle.

What It Means to Have an Unlocked Phone Most cell phones and smartphones are tied, or locked, to a certain cellular carrier, such as Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, or Sprint.

Handset makers in the U.S. are dabbling in selling phones directly to consumers, but will the model be attractive enough to consumers?

There's no single cell phone plan that suits every small company, but there are many out there. We outline some of the best small business plans available.

Can You Factory Reset an Unlocked Phone?. Resetting your mobile phone to factory condition can take care of technical problems like cramped storage or a lagging touch screen. It removes all your ...

Cell phones are practically essential in today’s world, but not everyone likes to be tied to a 24- or 36-month contract. With an unlocked cell phone, you can choose a pay-as-you-go or a contr… ...

Will a Cell Phone Unlock Keyless Cars? Rumor: Any cars equipped with remote keyless entry systems can be unlocked via cell phone.

Tired of the restrictive carrier payment plans that often come with new cell phones? The top unlocked phones we've tested aren't tied to a carrier, offer you more freedom to roam, and carry less ...

The Case for Buying an Unlocked Phone Unlocked phones are still only a small part of the US market, but they're growing. Here are five good reasons to jump on board.

How to Make Your Signal Better on an Unlocked Phone. You might need to make your signal better on an unlocked phone so that you enjoy the same quality of service you did with your original carrier.

There are often very specific rules that you have to follow before you can unlock a phone. For example, the phone can't be reported stolen or missing, needs to have been paid for in full, and might ...