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I just bought a new Pixel 3a only to find out that my cell provider locks the bootloader until I've paid for 3-4 months service with the phone, despite previous

I just bought a new Pixel 3a only to find out that my cell provider locks the bootloader until I've paid for 3-4 months service with the phone, despite previously having an account with them. This was not mentioned at any time during the purchase and they would not take my phone back.

officeplant 7y ago
Unfortunately that's the problem with getting any phone via a cell provider. You are typically beholden to them in some fashion for a few months. Buying unlocked phones from the start can be an expensive downside, but being free from contracts and carrier bullshit can be a huge upside.