T-Mobile argues that the FCC's proposed rule requiring carriers to unlock phones within 60 days of activation would negatively impact consumer choice and competition. The company claims that current unlocking rules, which allow for longer lock periods, enable them to offer discounted devices through installment plans.
FCC chair Jessica Rosenworcel said when pitching the new rule that obligating operators to unlock phones within 60 days of activation would make it easier for customers to take their phone to another provider, thereby bolstering competition. At the moment, different carriers have different unlocking requirements, but the new law would establish a uniform policy for all carriers.
T-Mobile offers some devices at no upfront cost but FCC's new rules could affect their ability to offer such lavish discounts. | Image Credit - T-Mobileand other carriers keep customer devices locked to their networks until contractual requirements have been fulfilled or some or all of the device cost has been paid off. This allows them to offer new devices at discounted prices, which otherwise would be out of reach for many buyers, especially low-income consumers.
Anam Hamid is a computer scientist turned tech journalist who has a keen interest in the tech world, with a particular focus on smartphones and tablets. She has previously written for Android Headlines and has also been a ghostwriter for several tech and car publications. Anam is not a tech hoarder and believes in using her gadgets for as long as possible.
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