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Do GSM phones work on Virgin Mobile?

Do GSM phones work on Virgin Mobile?

Virgin Mobile runs off of the Sprint network and AT runs off of their own network. Sprint uses CDMA technology while AT runs off of GSM technology. Virgin Mobile phones are Sprint-branded phones. That means in order to use it on another carrier, that carrier would need to be compatible with the Sprint network.

What carriers work with GSM unlocked?

All unlocked phones work on carriers that use GSM networks. Popular U.S. carriers that use GSM networks include AT, T-Mobile, Cricket, MetroPCS, Simple Mobile and Tracfone. Most foreign carriers also use GSM networks. You will need to use a SIM card from a GSM provider to get service for your unlocked phone.

Is public mobile GSM or CDMA?

Public Mobile’s original CDMA network operated independently without the use of another carrier’s network, besides using TELUS as a roaming provider. Their legacy coverage network centered on Toronto, small parts of the GTA, and Montreal. Public Mobile now operates on TELUS’ 4G LTE network.

Does Virgin Mobile Canada use GSM or CDMA?

Heads up Member. As of April 30, 2019, Virgin Plus replaced old CDMA network technology with our latest 4G LTE network technology.

What network is compatible with Virgin Mobile?

As noted above, Virgin Mobile uses EE’s coverage for 4G customers and Vodafone’s for 5G ones. You can see speeds for both of those networks above, but we’re focusing on Vodafone’s, as all customers will eventually be moved to Vodafone’s infrastructure.

What networks use GSM?

Which Are GSM? In the US, Verizon, US Cellular, and the old Sprint network (now owned by T-Mobile) use CDMA. AT and T-Mobile use GSM. Most of the rest of the world uses GSM.

What is a GSM compatible phone?

GSM stands for Global System for Mobile communication. Now that 4G (and even 5G) are the standards, phone manufacturers like Apple, Google, and Samsung are creating devices that are compatible with all phone technologies: CDMA, GSM, LTE.