It can be tough to find a good deal, especially on unlocked phones. You want something reliable that won’t cost a fortune. This year, there are some solid options out there if you know where to look.

If you go to a major wireless carrier and ask to buy a high-end, contract-free phone, they’ll usually make you pay upwards of $600 for the privilege. Thankfully, some alternatives are emerging for the ...

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There was a time when getting a new cellphone felt like signing a mortgage -- except with worse terms. You’d walk into a carrier store, pick out a shiny new phone, and they’d practically hand it over ...

Don't Miss This Call From Januarys Best Unlocked Smartphone Deals No matter what brand you prefer, we've got the best discounts on contract-free cell phones with killer cameras, superb screens, and ...

Most unlocked phones sold in the US are designed to work with all the big carriers — AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile and their sub-brands. They typically support the right LTE and 5G bands, and you’ll usually ...

SAVE UP TO 50%: Unlocked phones from Samsung, Apple, and other top brands are heavily discounted ahead of Black Friday. Find the Motorola Razr for 50% off — it's down to $349.99, saving you $350.

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Often, people buy their phone through their mobile carrier because it seems like the simplest option. What they may not realize is that they'll end up stuck for months or years paying it off, even if ...

Handset makers in the U.S. are dabbling in selling phones directly to consumers, but will the model be attractive enough to consumers? Marguerite Reardon started as a CNET News reporter in 2004, ...

Samuel has spent years writing about mobile carriers and their networks following a stint working as a technician in a carrier phone store. Whether it's helping people avoid 36-month payment plans, or ...