Cell phones: Japanese Cell Phones in America? (questions~ Please read)
Japanese Cell Phones in America? (questions~ Please read)
by xkoi_kanax - 1/1/08 6:33 AMOkay~ So I was wondering if
I could buy a Japanese Cell Phone on
the Internet?
I have an American cell Phone with T-Mobile,
But I have a trouble communicating with my friends in
Japan.
American Cell Phones cannot type Japanese,
And I don't do Romaji well (And I don't know English well either!)
So would it be possible to buy it off the internet,
then use it in America??
If you can help, I'd much appreciate it!
Thank you!
From,
Sayuka
Years ago...
by R. Proffitt
- 1/1/08 7:47 AM
In reply to: Japanese Cell Phones in America? (questions~ Please read) by xkoi_kanax
Japan consistently altered the cell frequencies to never match any mass produced unit. There is no question why they did that. Be sure to check if your phone works with the local cell company equipment.
Bob
End of 2008??
by Wilgaz - 1/2/08 8:32 AM In reply to: Japanese Cell Phones in America? (questions~ Please read) by xkoi_kanaxVerizon wireless announcesed they will allow hardware and software from other companies if the hardware and software meet Verizon's standards..
Check this news..
http://www.coxwashington.com/hp/content/reporters/stories/2007/11/28/VERIZON_OPEN28_COX.html
I am not sure the networks in Japan.. But many Koreans use CDMA.. so they can bring korean phones to the verizon networks..
Sorry, T-Mobile is GSM network.. Maybe, Apple iPhone, a GSM Phone, can use japanese but you need to hack the phone to use it in T-Mobile network and typing in japanese.. This is avoiding hardware warranty..
Yes you can use a Japanese phone in America!
by PathmarkPolice - 1/2/08 12:22 PM In reply to: Japanese Cell Phones in America? (questions~ Please read) by xkoi_kanaxThe answer is yes, BUT you must make sure the phone you're purchasing from Japan:
1.) Is Tri-Band 900/1800/1900 make sure it operates on these frequencies. You can pop out your T-Mobile sim card and put it in your Japanese Phone.
2.) Is Unlocked! Make sure the phone from Japan isn't locked to any carrier.
Also make sure you have a wall adapter for the phone's charger, so you can use it in your home here in the US.
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