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Need to replace Handset

MiniPeeps
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‎27-08-2021 11:53 PM

I'm halfway through my contract so I'm not due for an upgrade but my handset needs replacing after it fell out of my bag onto the road and cracked the screen and the power button is loose too! What I want to know is - do I have to buy the exact same model as I already have, it's a Motorola G8 Plus - or can I use a slight variation such as Motorola G8 Power or G8 Power Lite? I understand that it would need to be an unlocked handset. Sorry if it seems like an obvious question but I've not had to do this before, never damaged my phone before.

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wardi
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‎28-08-2021 12:01 AM

Hi @MiniPeeps sorry to hear about your phone accident.  If the sim card within is ok then you could use most modern phones in theory and simply insert your existing sim card.  I tend to buy refurbished phones (circa 2 years old) which are 'guaranteed unlocked', these are much cheaper than buying a new one outright.

MiniPeeps
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In response to wardi

‎28-08-2021 12:10 AM

Thanks for replying @wardi I hoped that was the case but wanted to check before I go ahead and buy a new handset tomorrow, luckily my sim card wasn't damaged at all so that's one less thing to worry about.

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