Where Can You Buy Factory Unlocked iPhone 3GS?

by Simon Ng on August 15, 2009



In most countries, Apple sells iPhone (2G, 3G, 3GS) by tie up with a local carrier (such as AT&T). That is what so called locked iPhone. Unless you consider using software method to jailbreak & unlock, you can’t switch carrier even you hate it. I have received questions from readers asking:

Is there any way to buy a Factory-Unlocked iPhone 3G or 3GS? And, where can you buy it?

Yes, there are options.

Travel to Overseas or Ask Friends in These Countries for Help

Due to some restrictions in certain countries, Apple has to sell factory-unlocked iPhone. According to a support page in Apple.com, a handful carriers are selling factory-unlocked iPhone. Here is the comprehensive list for those authorized carriers:

Europe

  • Belgium: Mobistar
  • Czech Republic: O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone
  • Greece: Cosmote, Vodafone
  • Italy: 3, TIM, Vodafone
  • Luxembourg: Vox Mobile, LUXGSM
  • Russia: MegaFon, MTS, Beeline
  • Slovakia: Orange

apple-unlocked-iphone-carrierAsia Pacific

  • Hong Kong: 3 (or Apple Store Hong Kong)
  • Macau: 3
  • Malaysia: Maxis
  • New Zealand: Vodafone
  • Singapore: SingTel
  • Taiwan: Chunghwa Telecom
  • Thailand: TrueMove

Middle East

  • Saudi Arabia: Mobily
  • United Arab Emirates: Etisalat

Africa

  • South Africa: Vodacom

Buy.com Offers Factory Unlocked iPhone with Warranty

You may not be traveling to the above countries or you don’t have friends there. If you’re from U.S, consider to buy one from Buy.com. Buy.com is now offering factory-unlocked iPhone 3GS with warranty (but also with hefty price tag). It costs US$859.99 for 16GB edition and with free shipping.

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1 Philip August 15, 2009 at 12:28 pm

There are more :)
In France the law states that it must be sold unlocked aswell. So from Orange you can buy it for around 540 euros (im not sure of the exact price).

In Australia you can buy it unlocked directly from Apple for $879 :)

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2 Jannis August 15, 2009 at 12:58 pm

In New Zealand you can also buy the phone unlocked directly from the Apple Store (online) New Zealand in addition to the outright-buy at Vodafone retail outlets.
The apple store is actually $30 cheaper than buying it through vodafone in NZ.

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3 Daniel August 15, 2009 at 3:52 pm

When the 3G was sold, the above Apple support page also listed the model no. sold in each country, so that you’b be able to have an additional confirmation that the iphone was unlocked.
Is there a similar page now?
Thanks.

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4 Simon Ng August 16, 2009 at 1:21 am

@Daniel, that’s the only support page I can find. The page should apply to iPhone 3G & 3GS but it doesn’t contain further breakdown on which model is available for specific countries.

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5 Daniel August 16, 2009 at 1:24 am

Thank you, Simon.

You have a great site here and I visit it every single day.
:-)

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6 Hennie February 23, 2010 at 3:25 pm

Hi Simon,
There are so many “companies” selling iPhones for good prices…How can one be sure of which ones are not scams…Even on your blog I found a few, but I am still very skeptical..Is there anyway of buying from apple direct for Africa apart from South Africa?

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7 Yiannis August 15, 2009 at 6:05 pm

So why don’t we flash your iPhones with the firmware these ones have instead of unlocking?

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8 Simon Ng August 16, 2009 at 1:25 am

@Philip & Jannis, thanks for your information. If anyone knows the selling price of unlocked iPhone 3G/3GS in your country, appreciate you can leave comment and let other know.

In Hong Kong, it’s sold at HK$5388 (or US$695) for 16GB model and HK$6288 (or US$810) for 32GB model.

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9 SaudiMac August 16, 2009 at 5:27 pm

The Saudi Arabia iPhone is sold unlocked and there are different contracts (all 12 months only). The only problem with Mobily is that they are dumb.
their employees still claim that the iPhone is locked ;)
iPhone 3GS is still not released here and no info until now.
Hong kong is the best price imo, you need a friend in hong kong ;)

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10 Jet August 20, 2009 at 4:30 am

hey guys! is there any way or possibility to purchase unlocked apple iPhone 3GS from hong kong if it is much cheaper there, of course from legitimate seller? i am working here in saudi arabia and the 3GS is not available yet from Mobily. there are available unlocked 3GS from some celfone shops here but they are way too expensive.

appreciate if anyone can suggest. thanks

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11 Simon Ng August 21, 2009 at 1:39 am

@Jet, you may purchase iPhone 3GS at Mongkok. But they are not the official reseller.

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12 Jet August 21, 2009 at 6:27 am

thanks, Simon. but am not really familiar with Hong Kong much more with Mongkok. i followed the link but i guess the language is in chinese or cantonese i guess. i was actually thinking of checking and buying it online (like in eBay) but of course with an affordable price. anyhow, i will try to manage and search for some ways.

on the other hand, you have such a great site. lots of information and i can say that you site is like a “one stop shop” for info. keep it up… this is such a great and helpful site. i have been hooked to your site since the first time i discovered it. i made this as my reference site when it comes to my apple iphone issues.

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13 Simon Ng August 22, 2009 at 12:24 am

@jet, thanks! I’m really glad you find my blog useful.

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14 Su-Han September 5, 2009 at 11:11 am

@jet, here the official Hong Kong Apple store site (http://store.apple.com/hk/browse/home/shop_iphone/family/iphone) you can buy it from there…

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15 grock September 5, 2009 at 9:09 pm

I’m going to Rome, Italy briefly in October. Does anyone know how much an unlocked 3gs costs there?

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16 francesco September 12, 2009 at 2:41 pm

599€ for 16G 699€ for 32G

ciao.

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17 grock September 13, 2009 at 6:27 am

Thank you francesco!

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18 Daniel September 5, 2009 at 10:01 pm

I’m goinf to France atthe end of this month.
I’d appreciate any input from French readers, regarding any limitations (eg requirement of citizenship etc).
Also, I’ve read that there’s a ~100Eur “fine” imposed by Orange if you want to purchase a “carrier-free” unit?
Thanks.

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19 James September 8, 2009 at 9:37 pm

I wish more countries had some balls and sold it unlocked.
Pathetic cowards!
But thank you to those countries that do sell it unlocked! :)

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20 Warren September 10, 2009 at 4:13 pm

Hi i have a friend that will be in Hong Kong from the 22 sept for 5 days he will be in the vicinity of the Wan Chai computer centre. Firstly I see that you have to be a resident of HK with a HK credit card to purchase an Iphone 3gs from the local apple store. We either need a friend from HK or a lead to another place to purchase.
Regards
Warren

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21 Ash September 16, 2009 at 8:25 pm
22 steve September 18, 2009 at 6:04 am

will the 3gs 32 on buy.com lockup with new down loads from apple?and would you buy this phone from them.great site just found it today

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23 Simon Ng September 18, 2009 at 5:12 pm

@steve, the one from buy.com is a factory-unlocked iPhone. So, you’re allowed to upgrade to the latest firmware version.

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24 Paul September 20, 2009 at 5:29 am

Hi
This is the best info I found so far about the iPhone! Thank you.
I am in South Africa and here an iPhone 3GS sells for R9500! This is a real rip-off from Vodacom!
It looks like the best deal is in Honk Kong (+/- R6000) or via eBay USA (same price) or even eBay UK (+/- R6500).
I am not traveling soon to any of these destinations, however if someone has an honest way to help me get one, I am really interested.

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25 Warren September 20, 2009 at 6:00 am

Hi Paul,
I am based in Cape Town and have a friend who will be in hong kong from monday 21st sept. We are in contact with a HK national to see if he can secure us a couple through his contacts @ apple store HK. Now for the hurdles……..firstly there was a shortage of stock in HK and secondly you need a HK address and C/Card to purchase these things so lets hold thumbs that something can be arranged. I can be contacted on htc@mtn.blackberry.com or info@vtextreme.co.za.
Regards

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26 VICTOR September 27, 2009 at 5:35 pm

NOW,
IF SOMEONE ONE .I CAN HELP TO BUY MORE. UNLOCKED IHPONE 3GS 16GB. US OR HK VERSION.

SKYPE. VICTORZHUSHENGLI
THANKS

VICTOR

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27 Tom November 23, 2009 at 2:12 pm
28 Tom November 27, 2009 at 2:00 pm

JAB Cellular http://www.jabcellular.com are having their Black Friday sale, and the Factory Unlocked iPhones are included! I’ve ordered from them before, and they are awesome!

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29 sachin December 19, 2009 at 9:37 am

hey my name’s sachin. im from india and desperate to buy an iphone 3GS 16 GB. its not yet released here and i wanted the factory unlocked version. so thought of buying it from australia. i know people there who can buy it for me but getting it to india is the problem. they would be coming to india only after a yr or so. so i just wanted to know if there’s any other way i could get it down to india from australia. i thought bout posting it but i heard that v’ll have to pay import duty then. is that true? any idea how to solve my problem?? please let me as soon as possible. thank you.. cheers..

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30 mika January 13, 2010 at 9:37 pm

sorry if this is a dumb question, but whats the diff between US and Hong Kong stock? i want to buy an iphone that i can use in the UK with my vodafone sim

please help

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31 Warren January 13, 2010 at 11:51 pm

HK stock is full factory unlocked same as South african version but much cheaper whereas US stock is AT&T locked

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32 Pazuzu January 21, 2010 at 11:08 pm

Hi, I am planning to get an iPhone 3GS from Malaysia(Factory unlocked). I wanted to know whether it will work in India and Sweden.. thanks in advance ppl.. This is one of the useful blog I have ever gone through. One more thing can someone let me know the price of 3GS? :)

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33 Simon Ng January 22, 2010 at 3:56 pm

@Pazuzu, if it’s an factory unlocked iPhone, it should work in other GSM networks. In Hong Kong, you can get a factory-unlocked iPhone 3GS for HK$5399.

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34 Eli February 2, 2010 at 4:28 am

I highly recommend the oldest method:
Ask your friends who done it, where they done it and go there – cut out the risk in the deal.

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35 Eli February 2, 2010 at 4:29 am

Also, you may want to visit iPhone user guide.

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36 David February 10, 2010 at 3:01 am

Am from Egypt , I got a store of apple iphones at a very Good price and can make shipment any one who is interested . Below details about what i have in stock.

Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB Unlocked.

Features
Improved performance
3-megapixel autofocus camera
Video recording
Voice Control
Digital compass
Cut, Copy & Paste
MMS23
Spotlight Search
Landscape keyboard
Voice Memos

Tech Specs
Size and weight
Height: 4.5 inches (115.5 mm)
Width: 2.4 inches (62.1 mm)
Depth: 0.48 inch (12.3 mm)
Weight: 4.8 ounces (135 grams)
Cellular and wireless
UMTS/HSDPA (850, 1900, 2100 MHz)
GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Power and battery
Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter
Talk time:
Up to 12 hours on 2G
Up to 5 hours on 3G
Standby time: Up to 300 hours

Internet use:
Up to 5 hours on 3G
Up to 9 hours on Wi-Fi
Video playback: Up to 10 hours
Audio playback: Up to 30 hours
Display
3.5-inch (diagonal) widescreen Multi-Touch display
480-by-320-pixel resolution at 163 ppi
Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously
Audio playback
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz
Audio formats supported: AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
Video playback
Video formats supported: H.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; H.264 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Baseline Profile up to Level 3.0 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
Camera, photos, and video
3 megapixels
Autofocus
Tap to focus
Video recording, VGA up to 30 fps with audio
Photo and video geotagging
iPhone and third-party application integration
In the box
iPhone 3GS
Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic
Dock Connector to USB Cable
USB Power Adapter
Documentation
SIM eject tool

Contact me by :allsamstore@gmail.com

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37 toto February 12, 2010 at 8:30 pm

Hello i find a website where it´s possible to buy an Iphone 3gs factory unlocked from Greece Belgium or Italy http://europe-wholesale-iphone3gs-factory.blogspot.com/

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38 Ashwin February 16, 2010 at 3:03 am

Hi Guys, I have found out this site called macsales-now.com which sells factory unlocked iphone 3GS for 349 Euro. Does any one have any idea about this site. They want money transferred by wire transfer.

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39 Ahmer February 17, 2010 at 5:59 pm

hi SIMON NG, can u pls tell me if i buy factory unlocked iphone 3GS, and i want to update it…
can it be done without any risk? and what will be the difference if i update it?
i mean what difference will the new version make?
plus pls tell me if i jailbreak FACTORY UNLOCK for cydia….u think it can be done? and can i share files such as pics,songs through bluetooth to other peripherals? without jailbreaking…as it says that bluetooth is enables in 3GS ..pls guide…thanx a lot in advance..u r really helpfull

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40 Simon Ng February 18, 2010 at 12:21 am

@Ahmer,

If you’re purchasing a factory unlocked iPhone 3GS, it’s quite safe to upgrade to any version of OS. Normally, a new version of iPhone OS will come with more features and bug fixes. For file or song sharing, you can’t share the files with other bluetooth-enabled devices without jailbreaking. The non-jailbroken iPhone can only share pics or files via bluetooth between iPhones.

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41 Ahmer February 18, 2010 at 5:32 pm

@Simon Ng,

thanx a lot for ur reply buddy….can u tell me the safest procedure to jailbreak the 3gS…which has no risk and less hassle…and i heard about ibluenova…..is it for 3gS bluetooth? pls guide….Cheers mate

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42 Personals February 20, 2010 at 12:18 am

Many of you keep asking the same question all over again and again. Instead of looking for ‘reputable’ sources, just got to http://www.buy.com and buy a factory unlocked iPhone. Voila, you are all set – upgrades for life, worry free.

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43 Hennie February 23, 2010 at 1:52 pm

Hi,

I am from Namibia, and there is hardly any iPhones here..I am thinking of buying a few, where would I get the best prices…We are not limited here in Namibia as to where they are from..as long as they are original!

Please help!

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44 Kevin M April 18, 2010 at 11:11 pm

I bought one from http://www.iphones4you.net
got it delivered to SA no problem

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45 Hennie February 23, 2010 at 2:05 pm

Is it Possible to buy an iPhone for 300USD????

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46 Lance February 23, 2010 at 2:13 pm

I think so

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47 Bob February 23, 2010 at 2:46 pm

You can get a better offer from mastec.phonesltd@gmail.com , They are a very Good company , I order about 20 iphones from them and i recieved it all in Good condition.

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48 Hennie February 23, 2010 at 2:55 pm

The problem I have now experienced with this is that there is so many scams like this…you pay and then you receive nothing, or fakes..

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49 Bob February 23, 2010 at 3:04 pm

Yeah so many scams , you just have to order from a good company . But when i deal with the Mastec company i never regret now i own my stores running fine , You can check them out

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50 Hennie February 23, 2010 at 3:21 pm

Do they have website?

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51 Lance February 23, 2010 at 2:11 pm

I get my iphone 3Gs 32Gb , for $289USD from Malaysia and it work fine , First of all i was afraid i lost my money , but i was so happy when the iphone delivered to me ,So i belive you can get it for $300USD if you dealing with the right company

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52 Natassja May 31, 2010 at 6:13 am

@ Lance… was that a website you got your phone from??

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53 Hennie February 23, 2010 at 2:26 pm

What company did you use in Malaysia? There is so many of these scams around now, It is hard to know who to trust1

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54 brandedexpo February 28, 2010 at 1:39 am

Dear all,

BRANDED EXPO 2010 – HURRY limited period offer.

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Apple Iphone 3GS 32GB……….$310usd
Apple Iphone 3GS 16GB……….$280usd
Apple Iphone 3G 16GB………..$200usd
Apple Iphone 3G 8GB…………$180usd
Apple Iphone 3G 4GB…………$150usd

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55 Josh March 10, 2010 at 1:40 am

Tachyon Wireless is a premier reseller of factory unlocked iphones

If you are looking to purchase 1 or many, stop by our website http://www.tachyonwireless.com

We are 100% legitimate so feel free to contact us at tachyonwireless@gmail.com or check out our user ratings on Ebay, user id Tachyon_Wireless .

We are more than willing to go the extra mile so you can buy with confidence including proof of stock or valid serial numbers to prove they are unactivated.

Thanks!

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56 Natassja April 20, 2010 at 10:06 pm

So I am trying to find a NON SCAM website that sell apple stuff like phones, laptop, etc for a reasonable price and I don’t know where to look.. I have been scam plenty of times before so know I am keeping a heads up on who is who…. Can anyone help me out??

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57 Thomas April 26, 2010 at 3:05 pm

If anyone is interested I can get factory unlocked iPhones for a ton cheaper!
I can get the 32GB 3GS for $770 USD, and the 16GB for $670. I can get them in large quantities so more is cheaper.
1 32GB is $770, 5 is $745, 10 is $720, 50 is $695.
1 16GB is $670, 5 is $645, 10 is $620, 50 is $595.

Contact me at tb_sales@hotmail.com. Also contact me if your looking at higher quantities than 50, we’ll work something out.

If you order more than twice prices are $20 USD cheaper. So 1 32GB 3GS is $750 after second order.

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58 Salhah April 28, 2010 at 9:41 pm

Hi !! Thanks for your information you provided. My Name Salhah , I am from Saudi Arabia , living in Riyadh. I can help sending the mobile to you if any of you interested.

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59 Fares April 29, 2010 at 11:08 am

Hi Salhah…

Can you tell me please, How much 16GB 3GS in Saudi Arabia and from where can I buy it?

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60 Sergio May 12, 2010 at 3:29 am

Hi All

I am desperately trying to get my hands on an iPhone 3Gs, my iPhone 2G is on its last legs and I need the upgrade. Like many of the bloggers here I’m in S.Africa and the prices are ridiculous.

I was just in Malaysia and unfortunately only found your awesome blog on the night I was leaving. Grrrrr! otherwise would of bought it there.

My question is as follows. Has anyone ever bought from branded expo 2010 (post 53) there prices are SO awesome, it seems too good to be true!

Dont wanna get scammed, but obviously want the best deal. I cant find anything on buy.com

Any help or advise would be much appreciated.

Thanks for such an informative blog Simon.

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61 Natassja May 16, 2010 at 5:46 am

@ Sergio:

I am in the same boat.. I found them and email the branded expo, but I am decided if I should do it… Let me know how it works out if you do try them..

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62 Ravi May 20, 2010 at 8:30 pm

Hi,Can anyone share feedback on the sellers mentioned ealrier in this blog?Did anyone buy from one of these?Is it safe?

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63 Rohan May 21, 2010 at 8:18 pm

Yes,ravi it is 100% safe and i do follow there guide.

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64 Ravi May 21, 2010 at 11:58 pm

Hi Rohan,which seller did you buy from?

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65 Rohan May 25, 2010 at 11:29 pm

@ravi!
Frm pebam store locate at imphal i.e india

they ask me to pay full handset price+delivery charges to their propieter a/c before delivery after tat they deliver me at 5th day after making order.
So,u hav to follow their guide and hav to take some risk as they r not an online seller

u can write a mail/sms ur requirement to them at
jimmywinget1905@gmail.com
+919862839061/+919615786849

or visit their store at
pebam store
paona bazaar
imphal,manipur
795001 (india)

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66 shaikh fahad July 13, 2010 at 6:29 pm

hi there rohan , even i have this pebam srore number n address n i had talked with them few times can u plzzz tell me are they genuine sellers , becox i m planning to buy from , shoul i take risk of doing it … plzzz reply me coz i m in mumbai n they r in manipur

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67 Rohan July 13, 2010 at 8:43 pm

@Saikh fahad
dear friend i think you must buy from them they give me a genuine iphone 3gs 32gb at Rs.32,500 plus delivery charge.As per my opinion first my friend share me to buy from then but we discontinued and after sometime i think to check whether they are facking us or not even i didn’t get the courier consignment number so i worried about my money but they deliver me a authentic iphone at the 5th day after payment.
So,i would tell you that they are a dealer only with shop but render a good service to customers with least price.
THANKS SHAIKH I WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR CHOICE AS PEBAM STORE AND DARE TO THINK BEYOND GREY/EBAY AS THEIR PRICE IS uphs!

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68 shaikh fahad July 14, 2010 at 2:34 am

thnks for reply rohan , as i m just a student and saved money from my pocket money to buy this phone thts y i was very afraid of depositing money in there a/c before delivery. but bro as u say it is safe n they r good seller i would buy from them. thnks a lot brother … by the way were do live …i m from mumbai …give me ur number i will call u

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69 shaikh fahad July 16, 2010 at 9:03 pm

hi rohan , dude i have deposited money in there account , they had give me courier consignment number of UPS courier but yaar UPS courier does not serve domestic courier, i dont know whether i have done right thing or not by depositing money in there a/c…. n they r not receiving call now wht should i do ????

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70 GARY May 22, 2010 at 12:40 pm

Here you can buy a real product with the exact same IPHONE 3GS, the price was:$128.01.
http://www.chinaewindow.com/ifone-3gs-v88-35-inch-wifi-quad-band-touch-screen-with-free-itunes-p-629.html

Chinaewindow is a China wholesale online store located in ShenZhen City and forcuses on selling of Mobile Phones, Watch Mobile Phones, Securities Equipment like spy camera pen ,spy camera watch and other mini dvrs , Electronics gadgets , Other special watches ,etc.

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71 Natassja June 7, 2010 at 5:29 am

Does anyone know a scam free website??? That sell everything like Mac book, Ipads, etc? That is the actual 100% real product?

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72 Victor June 7, 2010 at 11:52 pm

Same here …. looking for a legit website where i can buy several Iphones for a good price … please if anybody knows or has bought from one of these sites, can u help me?

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73 Josh McNary June 7, 2010 at 11:57 pm

You can purchase legitimate iPhones at my website tachyonwireless.com . You will be able to use credit card which completely protects your money. You can also search for me on Ebay under user id tachyon_wireless if that makes you feel safer in your purchase.

Thank you and I look forward to doing business with all of you :)
Josh

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74 Paul June 10, 2010 at 11:59 pm

$729 for a Factory Unlocked iPhone 3GS 16GB?
Bwa ha ha ha!
You have GOT to be joking!?!

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75 Natassja June 11, 2010 at 12:45 am

@ Paul I was just thinking the same thing.. That is CRAZY!!!

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76 Josh June 11, 2010 at 12:49 am

Haha, understandable, but it’s no joke.

3GS prices dropped dramatically on the wholesale level ($60-$80 overnight depending on supplier) when the 4G was announced.

If you think its a scam, I’m always willing to show Proof of stock, serials, or whatever will make a buyer feel more comfortable. I also use a protected payment method (Google Checkout) which fully protects buyer through credit card purchases.

I assure you it is for real :)

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77 Paul June 11, 2010 at 1:39 am

Josh,
I don’t doubt your business practices. I think the price you are asking is outrageously expensive.
If you were charging $729 for 16Gb and $849 for 32Gb I can only imagine how much you want for a iPhone 4 32Gb!
My guess is $1000.00
For that much, I can book a flight from NY to Hong Kong and get several for myself.
If your prices were more reasonable I would do business with you as I know 10 people here looking to buy the iPhone 4 Factory Unlocked when it is released.
If you can sell in bulk for less, let me know.
Paul

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78 Josh June 11, 2010 at 10:10 pm

HK Apple is selling iPhone 16GB for ~600 USD right now after currency conversion so my price is 130 higher than that. This covers the HK reseller, shipping, and my profit. I think it is a very reasonable price.

I will mostly likely be charging 100-120 higher than whatever price is offered for the 4G from HK Apple. I would absolutely offer bulk discounts.

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79 Paul June 12, 2010 at 3:20 am

OK Josh,
That actually is a fair price. Set aside 4 for me. I will send payment.
How will these be shipped? Time frame?
If all goes well, expect additional orders.
Paul

80 Josh June 12, 2010 at 3:36 am

Contact me at tachyonwireless@gmail.com or through the contact page on my site. Don’t want to spam Simon’s blog with our transaction details.

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+447024071808
celllimited.wale@gmail.com

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82 Natassja June 22, 2010 at 5:02 am

Hello:

Is there any sites that sell authentic apple stuff??? That is scam free??

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83 Rakeem July 4, 2010 at 11:23 pm

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16GB iPhone 3G……..$260

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Nokia E72 ………………….. $200
Nokia E75 ………………….. $230
Nokia 5730 XpressMusic …..$250
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Nokia X3 ……….. $230
Nokia X6 ……….. $280

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Samsung I8000 Omnia II at $270
Samsung B7610 OmniaPRO at $300
Samsung B7320 OmniaPRO at $280
Samsung B7300 Omnia LITE at $260
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Samsung i900 Omnia 16GB at $300USD

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Sony Ericsson Naite $200
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Sony Ericsson Aino $230
Sony Ericsson Yari $190
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84 patrick philip July 6, 2010 at 8:09 am

BRAND NEW UNLOCKED APPLE IPHONE 4G 64GB

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Title: Apple iPad
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85 Kyle Chen July 9, 2010 at 4:25 am

Can anyone tell me if the iphone 4g can be unlock? And is the Hong Kong Version unlock in HKG? please anyone answer me.

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86 Simon Ng July 9, 2010 at 11:51 pm

@Kyle,

Apple will sell a factory-unlocked version of iPhone 4 in Hong Kong. From what I know, it will be available in late July.

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87 Rex July 11, 2010 at 6:24 pm

Here in the Philippines, 3GS is roughly overpriced at P47,000 (approx $1000). But after extensive research i found out that apple will be selling or will authorize unlocking in the US itself at the AT&T outlets but i haven’t confirmed this yet but my mom is going to US so i asked her to buy me one if ever it will be unlocked legally. This may be true because they already released the iPhone 4.

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88 Rohan July 13, 2010 at 9:02 pm

@shaikh
i had told you about their positive but there is also some negative act of them
i.e. When my friend argue with them they didn’t reply even our call
when i ask about my security for money they didn’t give any attention to me and told they are fixed their and they can’t move just this must information was provide
They give me many calls after moving the product but it disturb me as i am a student

But they care of customers.

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89 Sonia July 13, 2010 at 9:12 pm

Hey rohan!
I just get my iphone from pebam store within after 3days of making payment i even didn’t ask for consignment number and didn’t need for it as they are a good seller and don’t tell any negative words of them they are best

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90 shaikh fahad July 17, 2010 at 2:39 am

HEY SONIA R U SURE U HAD PURCHASED FROM THM COZZ I M LIL NERVOUS

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91 Rohan July 13, 2010 at 9:16 pm

@sonia,
you are write about their service but when we talk with them at high voice they didn’t give attention to us

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92 Natassja July 14, 2010 at 4:40 am

So the email you provided in the earlier post is a great person to buy from?

I want to trust someone when purchasing products

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93 Rohan July 14, 2010 at 9:44 am

@Natassja,
yeah they are great na!
See my 1st comment and think how they serve there customer and i think you mus trust them as i also buy from them.

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94 Natassja July 15, 2010 at 1:19 am

Ok if you say that its a great place to buy from then I will try them.. THANKS!!

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95 Sonia July 13, 2010 at 9:19 pm

So,you must not talk with them as you are ginues!
Thanks rohan take care
i would order 3more pcs from them

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96 shaikh fahad July 20, 2010 at 2:16 am

hey sonia did u buy from thm or not

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97 Sonia July 20, 2010 at 10:11 am

Yeah i had buy 1piece which is an authentic factory unlocked and now i had order 3 more piece under processing.

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98 Rohan July 14, 2010 at 9:48 am

@Shaikh Fahad

Dear friend i am sorry for that as i didn’t use my cell phone now but you can email me at myemailrd@gmail.com

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99 Rohan July 14, 2010 at 9:50 am

@Shaikh Fahad,

Dear friend i am sorry for that as i didn’t use my cell phone now,but you can email me at myemailrd@gmail.com

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100 Josh July 17, 2010 at 4:32 am

Just a heads up to all. I am owner of Tachyon Wireless, a reseller of factory unlocked iphones. I can tell you from experience if you are paying less than $700 for a factory unlocked phone, you are being scammed. Prices like this do not exist, so don’t be tempted. There are no “secret” distribution lines, supply lines are very tight when it comes to the iPhone so just be careful.

Josh

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101 shaikh fahad July 17, 2010 at 4:35 pm

i think u r right josh cozz i think i had been scam by these people named pebam store i have deposited some money in there a/c. they had replied me 2 to 3 times after i had deposited money in there a/c but now they r not reciving my call n there cell are now not reachable. i dont know wht to do but belive me if they had done scam to me they will curse the day on which they were born. n i think this sonia n rohan are there id only , do u think i m right

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102 shaikh fahad July 17, 2010 at 4:37 pm

yes josh ur right cozz i think i had been scam by these people named pebam store i have deposited some money in there a/c. they had replied me 2 to 3 times after i had deposited money in there a/c but now they r not reciving my call n there cell are now not reachable. i dont know wht to do but belive me if they had done scam to me they will curse the day on which they were born. n i think this sonia n rohan are there id only , do u think i m right

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103 Rohan July 18, 2010 at 12:10 pm

Mr.shaikh

how can say that i am a scamer which tight with pebam store.
Don’t use that words again you just follow them and they would delivered your product.
Thanx

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104 Johnson July 20, 2010 at 2:21 am

Hello, im selling Brand New Apple iPhone 3Gs 16GB/32GB Officially Unlocked at reasonable prices and can provide the Model Numbers,IMEI Numbers and Serial Numbers . Just so, you can check directly with APPLE INC to know if its unlocked and original.

Apple iPhone 3Gs16GB Officially Unlocked :$500.00 USD
Shipping/Handling Fee: $50.00 USD
Grand Total: $550.00 USD

Apple iPhone 3Gs 32GB Officially Unlocked :$600.00 USD
Shipping/Handling Fee: $50.00 USD
Grand Total: $650.00 USD

For purchases contact: celllimited.wale@gmail.com

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105 Kyle July 20, 2010 at 4:27 am

- hey johnson i am interested.. what your number ?

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106 Johnson July 20, 2010 at 4:40 am

Hey Kyle here is my number +447024014897 call me up anytime.

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107 shaikh fahad July 21, 2010 at 2:24 am

hey u people out there plzzzzzzz read this comment
the pebam store in the above articles is scam it is the one person who uses the fake id n fake a/c number of pebam store plzzzz dont deposit money in there a/c , i had lost my money ,so u people be aware of it. BUT THIS GUY NEEDS MONEY FOR HIS FEES PAYMENT IN COLLEGE THE FEES IS VERY HIGH N HE CANT AFFORD IT THATS HE CHOOSE TO DO THIS SCAMS N ALL , BUT MY FRIENDS WE ALL CAN HELP HIM BY DEPOSITING MONEY IN HIS A/C , I THINK WE ALL SHOULD HELP HIM AS MUCH AS WE CAN PLZZZZZ,THIS IS A REQUEST IF WE WOULD HELP HIM THEN HE WOULD STOP SCAM N ALL N EARN MONEY THROUGH HARD WORK WE SHOULD HELP HIM …. I DONT REGRET TO GET SCAMED , IT HURTS BUT ITS OK HE NEED MONEY THTS Y HE CHOOSE WRONG WAY TO EARN IT ..PLZZZ HELP THIS GUY jimmywinget1905@gmail.com

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108 Alan August 12, 2010 at 8:26 pm

We are registered company that handles the sale of mobile phones, games, laptops, cameras, musical instruments and all other electronic devices.

All our products are new and equipped with all the 90 days of international interest.

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Apple iphone 4g
Apple iPhone 3G 32GB Unlocked
Apple iPhone 3G 4GB Unlocked
Apple 64GB IPAD

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1 Battery
1 Charger
1 CD / DVD ROM
1 Original Box
1 User Guide

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109 Natassja August 13, 2010 at 1:06 am

How much are your prices?

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110 Johnson August 13, 2010 at 3:42 am

Hello, im selling Brand New Apple iPhone OS 4G 16GB/32GB Officially Unlocked at reasonable prices and can provide reciepts and the Model Numbers,IMEI Numbers and Serial Numbers . Just so, you can check directly with APPLE INC to know if its unlocked and original.

Apple iPhone OS 4G 32GB Officially Unlocked :$900.00 USD
Apple iPhone OS 4G 16GB Officially Unlocked :$800.00 USD

Send me an e-mail or call. Johnson +447024014897, celllimited.wale@gmail.com

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