Verizon, U.S Cellular, Sprint, and other CDMA Carriers: For example, Barring the iPhone 4 all Verizon and U.S Cellular iPhones are compatible with MetroPCS. That said, a majority of other phones that have been using Sprint, Verizon or US Cellular networks will not work with MetroPCS.
Can I use my MetroPCS phone with another carrier?
(Un)locked and Loaded!
Once you go through the process, your MetroPCS phone will be unlocked and ready to use with another compatible carrier. This doesn’t just apply for unlocking a MetroPCS phone either — the process is universal across most devices & carriers.
Who is MetroPCS partnered with?
T-Mobile USA
Dear valued MetroPCS customer, It’s with great excitement that I share with you today’s news that MetroPCS and T-Mobile USA have officially joined forces. For more than 11 years now, MetroPCS’ goal has been to provide you with exceptional wireless service at a tremendous value.
Is Sprint compatible with Metro?
No. Metro PCS uses the T Mobile network, which is essentially AT&T. AT&T is a GSM network. Sprint is a CDMA network.
How do I switch carriers on MetroPCS?
Steps to Switch to Metro and BYOP
- Make sure you cell phone is unlocked and compatible with Metro.
- Choose a Metro cell phone plan.
- Find a Metro store near you and speak to a sales member in person.
- A Metro staff member will help you get set up with a new SIM card and activate it for you.
Can I put my Straight Talk SIM card in a MetroPCS phone?
Straight Talk sells SIM cards and uses a mix of other cellular providers’ networks for its wireless service. As such, there’s nothing preventing a phone that works on the GSM-based T-Mobile network (which MetroPCS uses) from connecting to Straight Talk. The phone will need to be unlocked, however.
Is MetroPCS and T-Mobile the same company?
T-Mobile has owned MetroPCS since 2013 and changed the name to Metro by T-Mobile in 2018. Metro runs on (you guessed it) T-Mobile’s network and uses its towers to provide coverage. Metro customers also get access to T-Mobile’s nationwide 5G coverage.
Is MetroPCS part of AT&T?
As Metro is owned by T-Mobile, it’s only 6% behind AT&T’s 4G LTE network in coverage. But T-Mobile’s 5G network has more than double the coverage of AT&T’s. If you have a 5G-capable device, Metro will get you on a 5G network in more places.
Is T-Mobile taking over MetroPCS?
Deutsche Telekom plans to merge MetroPCS with T-Mobile, and the new company, which will be called T-Mobile, will be publicly traded on its own.
Can I use a Tracfone with MetroPCS?
Yes, it will work on any US carrier but best on GSM which is the technology used by AT&T and T-Mobile and their siblings like Cricket, Metro PCs. Also on Straight Talk, Net-10, Tracfone and Walmart Family Mobile to name a few.
Can you put a Verizon SIM card in a MetroPCS phone?
A MetroPCS phone operates on GSM technology and Verizon runs on CDMA. The two are not compatible. This is especially true for MetroPCS branded phones as they’re locked to GSM only and do not have CDMA bands installed. However it is possible to buy an unlocked phone capable of carrying both network capacities.
Will an AT&T SIM card work in a MetroPCS phone?
The phone would have to be unlocked and compatible with AT&T. If it’s an Android it’s probably not compatible.
Can you just swap SIM cards on MetroPCS phones?
Yes you can just pull the sim out of your current phone and insert it in the new phone and it will work, that’s all you need to do!
Can I switch from MetroPCS to T-Mobile?
Simple. End your service with Metro and set up service at T-Mobile. Same company. Bring your phone into a T-Mobile location, establish service (it’ll take about 20 mins total), have them transfer your number, they’ll run a simple credit check, activate a new SIM card, and install it in your phone.
Can I put a T-Mobile SIM card in a Metro by T-Mobile phone?
Yes. T-Mobile owns Metro so Metro phones allow both sim cards. Yes, T-Mobile SIM cards work on metro phones. All you have to do is swap out your old SIM card for the new T-Mobile SIM card and you’ll be up and running in no time.
Is Metro by T-Mobile GSM or CDMA?
Yes, Metro uses T-Mobile’s GSM network. If you’re coming from T-Mobile or AT&T, which both run on GSM networks, your phone will likely be good to go as long as you unlock it and purchase a Metro SIM card. If you’re switching from Verizon, though, you may run into issues, since both of those carriers run on CDMA.
Can I switch from MetroPCS to AT&T?
Yes. You can always keep your number. You phone should work on ATT if it is unlocked from T-mobile/metro PCS.
Is MetroPCS owned by Verizon?
The History of MetroPCS
It is a prepaid brand that is owned by T-Mobile US. It was founded in 1994 as General Wireless Inc, by Malcolm Lorang and Roger D.
Why did T-Mobile merge with MetroPCS?
The two carriers have different network technologies, which means that MetroPCS’ phones are incompatible with T-Mobile’s network, and vice versa. The new company plans to deploy a 4G-LTE network that will work across both customer bases.
Is T-Mobile owned by AT&T?
In a stunning move, AT&T has acquired T-Mobile USA for a whopping $39 billion from Deutsche Telekom. Along with acquiring approximately 8% of AT&T, Deutsche Telekom will also be gaining a seat on AT&T’s board of directors.
Can I switch from Tracfone to MetroPCS?
You can transfer your TracFone cellular number to another carrier through a process known as porting. There may, however, be certain technical restrictions that impede this process, specifically in situations where you’re also attempting to transfer a phone to a new carrier.
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