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I have a chance to purchase an iphone cheap from someone because their service was terminated. I have no interest in using the iphone as a phone or getting service on it. What I would like to know is would I still be able to use the iphone to do things like store and view movies, music etc. or will nothing work without having it activated with a service plan?I was using a PSP for this this purpose but it broke and my thought was that the iphone would make a nice replacement. I watch allot of video on the go.
Thank You
Yes, you can use an iPhone without servie. Here's what you need to do though. The device will have to already be activated and if the person can leave you with their SIM card, you really need that also. Even though the SIM isn't active, the iPhone needs it to be in the device. Then, you will be able to use the iPhone in any area with WiFi or use any applications that don't require access to the internet wherever you don't have WiFi. It works just like an iTouch, basically, without a plan. Hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN
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DebiN
Expertise
I can answer questions on cellular phones, the physical device, the network, contracts, billing, ordering, porting and what to look for when purchasing cell phones. I am located in the United States. I am an expert on BlackBerrys, Treos, HTC devices and iPhones as well as cellphones and aircards. I have over 15 years of experience in both the wireless and wireline world with the carriers. I have a lot of knowledge regarding the wireless providers - their services, prices and policies, both GSM AT&T and T-Mobile) and CDMA (Verizon, Sprint/Nextel). I am very familiar with the individual devices and their specifications. I can also answer questions regarding BlackBerrys, iPhones and other PDAs, both Palm-based and Windows-based. I can troubleshoot most any problem someone is having with their cellular device or with the provider.
Experience
Over 20 years in the Telecom industry working for the carriers with individuals, small business, medium business and large corporations(Fortune 500). Also worked as a professor in Maryland for 10 years teaching telecommunications.
Organizations
I belong to several organizations
Education/Credentials
Master's in Telecommunications
Awards and Honors
Received several awards for papers that I have published over the years
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