me@privacy.net wrote:
> Bert Hyman <bert@iphouse.com> wrote:
>
>> Having the phone unlocked is a good idea too; otherwise, even though the
>> phone will be compatible with the foreign services, you'll still be
>> paying T-Mobile's international roaming rates. With an unlocked phone,
>> you can pick up a pre-paid SIM at your destination for a lot less money.
>
> Thanks Bert!
>
> How do I get the phone unlocked?

Apparently T-Mobile will unlock it free after 90 days of service, if you
ask.

I needed it unlocked right away, and I paid $15 to an unlocking service
that advertised on craigslist.

> I would have assumed that ALL prepaid phones from
> T-mobile kits are unlocked already. No?

You assume wrong. They are all locked to T-Mobile. they really don't
want to sell you a phone for $30 that they probably paid $30 to Motorola
for, and then have you not buy minutes.