Can a phone from Mexico work in the US?
It should work if you buy the card from AT for it. I think they’re the only US provider to do GSM. Do keep in mind, though, that most US carriers use the other service (CDMA) so roaming within the US may be difficult since other carriers can borrow outside networks while AT cannot.
What carriers work with Telcel?
In the USA, Telcel operates as a T-Mobile MVNO, and thus service is provided using T-Mobile’s network.
Can I use my Telcel phone in Canada?
By way of example: AT, Telcel, Movistar and Virgin Mobile currently offer a month-to-month plans (no contract) for MXN$200 pesos (US$9) that includes unlimited call minutes and SMS messages across North America (Mexico, the US and Canada), and at least 2 GB of data.
What network does Telcel Mexico use?
Telcel’s 3G network is based on UMTS / HSDPA / HSPA+ technology (850Mhz/Band V). Telcel launched its HSPA+ network in Mexico City and other major Mexican cities, by the end of 2011.
What happened to Telcel America?
Telcel America is no more. The brand has announced that it is folding into Simple Mobile. Telcel America was first established in 2012 and it is one of over half a dozen Tracfone owned wireless brands.
How to unlock Telcel phones?
By Unlock Code: If Your Telcel phone asks you to enter a Network Unlock Code (also known as Network Unlock Key or Network Unlock Pin), enter the code you recieved and that will remove network (carrier or provider) restriction and unlock your Telcel to other networks. Apple Iphones: It is simple to unlock your Telcel Iphone using unlocking service.
How do I use a Telcel SIM card in Mexico?
These sims need to be inserted into an “unlocked” phone. Then you purchase either a “plan” from Telcel or “minutes”. If you purchase minutes then you have so much data and so much minutes. Data and minutes roll over to the next month. Every 30 days you need to purchase more time or else your phone is unable to make Mexico calls.
Should I switch my phone to GSM or Telcel?
I recommend to switch the global phone to GSM only and do a manual search for TELCEL. If you are using the Verizon SIM CARD CHIP in your phone, I recommend doing this.
How much data does the Telcel Amigo dongle have?
Note: TELCEL sells a prepacked Amigo dongle with everything all setup and ready to go for you if you don’t want to dick around with all this nerdy APN stuff. I believe it also comes with 3Gigs of data when you purchase it.