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What is the difference between GSM and CDMA unlocked?
The main difference you need to know is that GSM uses a SIM card, and CDMA does not. So if you unlock a GSM phone, it will work on other GSM networks, but it will never work on a CDMA network (since there is no SIM card to put in the phone) and vise versa.
What happens if you put a CDMA SIM in a GSM phone?
The general rule is that a CDMA phone wont work on a GSM network, and vice versa—they run on different frequencies. However, most new iPhones like the 8 and 8 Plus and some Google Nexus phones CAN run on both technologies.
What’s better CDMA or GSM?
GSM users can experience better voice quality than CDMA users or vice versa in particular areas. Furthermore, the GSM network can transmit voice and data simultaneously. On the other hand, not all CDMA phones can transmit voice and data at the same time.
Is CDMA better than GSM?
CDMA IS better than GSM. CDMA is a better technology(created by qualcomm) than GSM, BUT gsm is MORE wisely used, due to the fact that europe accpected that as their standerds for the polizie.
Which one is better CDMA or GSM?
The GSM family is a better one. Originally, the cdmaOne/CDMA2000 network family (what most refer to as “CDMA”) was more secure and better performing than the 2G GSM system.
What phones are compatible with CDMA?
These dual mode handsets are compatible with both GSM and CDMA networks and are essentially 2 phones in one device. Such phones make sense in those countries that have both GSM & CDMA networks or international CDMA roamers who want to keep a single handset with 2 numbers on it.
Can I use a GSM phone with a CDMA carrier?
CDMA phones are not locked like GSM phones but they are carrier specific by their software and ESN number. So even if you had a phone that was capable roaming CDMA, it still couldn’t be activated on Verizon. Just in case you heard about a CDMA SIM, those are for LTE 4g data only and won’t fit in a GSM phone.