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will this phone only work on t-mobile's network?

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I got this Google Pixel 8 Pro at a charity auction and it was donated by T-Mobile. The organizers didn't mention anything about having to use it on a specific network but this sticker has me feeling unsure.

r/tmobile - will this phone only work on t-mobile's network?
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I doubt tmobile has factory unlocked phone models. It's probably network locked for at least 40 days. 

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Can confirm. It will be unlocked after 40 days provided there’s no financing on it.

Haha...one would have to question the legitimacy of the charity to auction off a financed device! Also, T-Mobile wouldn't donate something then expect to be paid for it...

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The device is locked to T-Mobile. However, it will work with any MVNO running on T-Mobile.