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Apple closes loophole for unlocked iPhone purchases with carrier financing

Apple has reportedly ended a method that allowed customers to purchase an unlocked iPhone using carrier financing. This change, implemented with carrier partners, appears to have taken effect recently. The workaround previously enabled consumers to acquire an unlocked device through installment plans offered by carriers. AI

RANK_REASON This is a product-related change affecting a specific purchasing method, not a new product release or core AI development.

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Apple closes loophole for unlocked iPhone purchases with carrier financing

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    Apple just closed a popular workaround for buying an unlocked iPhone Apple and its carrier partners have closed a workaround that let shoppers buy an unlocked i

    Apple just closed a popular workaround for buying an unlocked iPhone Apple and its carrier partners have closed a workaround that let shoppers buy an unlocked iPhone with carrier financing. The change appears to have gone into effect this month. https:// 9to5mac.com/2026/07/15/un…