Verizon—the only major US mobile carrier that routinely sells unlocked 4G LTE phones to consumers—last week asked for government permission to lock its phones for 60 days after purchase. An ...

These "unlocked," network-neutral phones also make it easier to travel internationally. The smartphones below, which are arranged alphabetically, all did well in our ratings.

Verizon previously sold all of its smartphones, iPhones included, unlocked, which means they were not tied to the Verizon network and could be used with any carrier right after purchase.

Verizon will soon stop selling unlocked smartphones, a move that the carrier said will protect its customers from thieves because unlocked phones are prime targets.

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In a press release, Verizon revealed it is asking the FCC for permission to lock the smartphones it sells for 60 days after purchase. This is interesting because last year, Verizon vehemently ...

It had previously sold all its phones unlocked, allowing you to swap SIM cards and use other carriers immediately.