Can you use two different carriers on a dual SIM phone?
“Dual SIM, Dual Standby” or DSDS is a technology that allows you to have two active plans (and numbers) on one phone. You can even have plans on two different carriers! And because both lines are able to be kept in active standby at once, you can receive calls and text messages on both numbers.
What is dual SIM GSM GSM?
If you don’t know, a dual SIM card phone is just what it sounds like: a GSM handset with slots for two SIM cards. You also can transfer your number to another handset just by swapping the card out. So, as you’d expect, a phone with two SIM cards can hold two numbers and two identities at once.
What does dual SIM compatible mean?
A smartphone or phone that can hold two different SIM cards at the same time is called a Dual SIM device. Having two SIM cards means that a Dual SIM smartphone can use either of the two SIMS to initiate or to receive phone calls.
What is the point of a dual SIM phone?
Dual SIM phones allow users to keep separate contact lists on each SIM, and allow easier roaming by being able to access a foreign network while keeping the existing local card. Vendors of foreign SIMs for travel often promote dual-SIM operation, with a home country and local SIM in the same handset.
What phones are compatible with CDMA and GSM?
Newer model phones have been tested to work and be compatible with both software technologies – CDMA & GSM. T-Mobile and AT run their networks on GSM technology whereas Sprint & Verizon run on CDMA. Most phones are set up to work on ONE technology rather than both.
Can I convert GSM to CDMA?
Yes, You can convert CDMA sim number to GSM… That is the reason we have MNP (Mobile number portability) in place. But most of the people still have doubt on converting CDMA to GSM and vice versa.
Is unlocked CDMA or GSM?
But, you are thinking wrong and it is possible to unlock CDMA modems also as well GSM modems. After unlocking CDMA modems you can not only use CDMA sim or network but also you can use the GSM sim or network sim also in the same modem. It is only one time work to unlock and after unlock you can enjoy both inbuilt CDMA network and also other GSM sim.
What is CDMA and how does it work?
CDMA is a wireless communication technology used in cell phones and for data transmission. CDMA has been used by the military because it is more secure than older methods of wireless communication. CDMA phones store all data in the handset rather than in removable SIM cards.