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gujiguji · **Will Sprint's 8830 work in GSM without activation? -** 08-21-2007, 08:23 PM

Hi, all,

I just ordered a 8830 from Sprint and I'm going to a GSM covered country right away. The question is -- will Sprint's 8830 work in GSM without first being activated in the U.S? My feeling is it should ....

I know it's a little strange... thanks for the help in advance!

AnthroMatt · 08-21-2007, 10:31 PM

The Sprint SIM won't, but if you use another carriers SIM it should...

southwestcomm · 08-22-2007, 12:07 AM

Correct.

gujiguji · 08-22-2007, 02:23 AM

Cool that's what I'm looking for. Will let you all know the final result.

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Originally Posted by AnthroMatt

The Sprint SIM won't, but if you use another carriers SIM it should...