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The elusive iPhone 5s

  • 01-10-2013 11:10pm
    #1
    WhirlEsme
    Closed Accounts Posts: 104 ✭✭


    Hello all

    I'm currently researching (with the intention of purchasing) the iPhone 5s.

    I'm in the market for an unlocked handset because I'm in the States at least once every year and have a US sim. However, for day-to-day use here in Ireland, I'm with vodafone. :pac:

    My aunt in America has offered to send the iPhone over to me (once it becomes available); however, I notice that there are no 'unlocked' options available online http://store.apple.com/us/buy-iphone/iphone5s.

    But, unlocked handsets are available on the UK website: http://store.apple.com/uk/buy-iphone/iphone5s

    So, I need an unlocked handset that works both in the USA and in EU.
    Also, I'm pro the American option, as it works out cheaper than the UK (parcel motel) option.

    Thus, does anyone know if there are (or there will be) unlocked handsets available in the states? Also, will a US phone work in Ireland? (I have no issues with warranty etc. as I'm over there pretty regularly).

    Or, I'm I just better off ordering from the UK altogether for piece of mind with transit - but will it work in the States with my US sim?

    Would really appreciate some advice
    Thanks

    W.Esme


Comments

  • #2
    Zcott
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,206 ✭✭✭Zcott


    In the states apple sell an iPhone 5S that is apparently unlocked but there's some debate about that. Google it and you'll find a few threads as to whether or not the T Mobile iphone 5S is unlocked. Costs full price.

    Also the iPhone 5S should work here, see http://www.apple.com/iphone/LTE/

    I looked into getting an iPhone from the states but the shipping was so expensive the saving was negligible.


  • #3
    Colonel Panic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,029 ✭✭✭Colonel Panic


    I was told the T Mobile iPhone 5s was unlocked in the US but didn't want to risk it. The Apple store guy said it would be Nov before a "SIM free" version was on sale there.


  • #4
    Gumbo
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 39,737 Mod ✭✭✭✭Gumbo


    The unlocked version gets released later in the USA. More towards November/December. Was the same set up last year.


  • #5
    dloob
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,831 ✭✭✭dloob


    Going by MacRumors all iPhones bought in an Apple store for the full price are unlocked not just the T-Mobile ones.
    The official line is that unlocked phones are not yet available and its at your own risk to treat the others as unlocked.
    Phones bought from the operators stores are locked though even if you pay the full price.


  • #6
    WhirlEsme
    Closed Accounts Posts: 104 ✭✭WhirlEsme


    Guys this is great feedback!! Thanks :) Any idea if I'd get charged customs on UK order - it's my understanding that I won't cause it's within the EU.......but I may be wrong

    Oh and the real crux - will a UK purchased unlocked iPhone work in Ireland and the US? (I *think* my US sim is with either AT&T or T-mobile - I'll need to root it out - if that makes any difference)


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