Apple

Apple Watch retail pricing for the Series 5 begins at $399 for the aluminum model, $699 for the stainless steel model, $799 for the titanium model, and $1,299 for the white ceramic model. However, buying a used model directly from another Swappa user means you can get a cheaper price.

An unlocked iPhone is an iPhone that isn’t restricted to a specific carrier. This gives you the freedom to use any network with compatible bands. With an unlocked iPhone, you can shop around for the best phone plans and switch whenever you’d like. Unlocked iPhones also make international travel easier. Simply pop in a new SIM card and connect to the carrier of your choosing.

The Apple Watch will not work with Android. The Apple Watch can only be paired with an Apple iPhone. The Series 5 and Series 3 Apple Watch requires an iPhone 6s or later with iOS 13 or later.

Buying unlocked offers a number of advantages such as freedom from carriers and contracts, lower-priced cell phone plans, and a better selection of phones. There are no downsides to buying an unlocked iPhone, but they may cost more money upfront. However, buying unlocked will save you money in the long run when paired with a cheaper cell phone plan.

Activating an unlocked iPhone is incredibly simple. In most cases, all you have to do is insert a SIM card and turn on your device. Once your iPhone is fully powered up, it should automatically activate on your network. Depending on which carrier you are connecting to, you may be required to manually enter a few network details such as APN settings. This information can be found in your SIM card activation kit or by contacting your carrier directly.

Although you are free to stick with your existing carrier, we recommend taking this opportunity to shop around for the best phone plans. After signing up for a wireless plan, your new carrier will mail you a SIM card and activation kit.

The Apple Watch Series 2 and newer is water-resistant to 50 meters under the ISO standard 22810:2010, which means it can be submerged in water. Apple states the watch is designed for shallow-water activities such as swimming, but that it should not be used for high-velocity activities such as waterskiing. The Apple Watch Series 2 and later feature a Water Lock mode that activates automatically when you start a swimming workout. The Water Lock mode can also be activated manually.

If you purchased your iPhone directly from Apple, it is most likely unlocked. However, if you bought your iPhone from your carrier, it is probably locked to that specific network. The best way to make sure is to call your carrier and ask. They may ask for your IMEI, which can be found printed on your iPhone’s SIM tray or by going to Settings > General > About. After providing your device information, your carrier will be able to tell you whether your iPhone is already unlocked or if you are eligible for a free device unlock.

Almost every unlocked iPhone is compatible with all major US carriers. However, some iPhones do not support every band on every network. Visit our Unlocked iPhone Carrier Compatibility Guide to find out which iPhones can be used on your specific network.

The best place to buy an unlocked iPhone is Swappa. You’ll find a wide selection of gently used iPhones on Swappa, ranging from cheap iPhones a few generations old to the very latest flagship models. Regardless of your budget, Swappa will save you hundreds compared to what you’d pay at the Apple Store.

Apple describes the Apple Watch as having an all-day battery life, which means a battery life of up to 18 hours. Apple has said the 18-hour battery life estimate is based on starting in the morning with a full charge and using the watch throughout the day to check the time, use various apps, receive notifications, and doing a one-hour workout with music playback. Your actual battery life may vary based on several factors including your specific usage patterns, and which model you have: GPS or GPS + Cellular. Another factor to consider is the age of your watch. As an Apple Watch is used over time the battery life can degrade which leads to a decrease in battery life. The Apple Watch is powered by a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery and can charge to 80% in about 1.5 hours, and to 100% in about 2.5 hours using the Apple magnetic charging cable.