iPhone fans aren't happy as Apple closes a popular money-saving loophole — but there’s better news for iPad buyers

iPhone fans aren't happy as Apple closes a popular money-saving loophole — but there’s better news for iPad buyers

Apple has ended a popular loophole used when buying an iPhoneIt previously let you get an unlocked iPhone on carrier financeThe workaround still works when purchasing an iPadFor many years, there’s been something of an open secret among Apple fans who want to get a new, fully unlocked iPhone deal with affordable carrier financing. Now, though, Apple has ended this workaround, much to the dismay of the Apple userbase — but there’s better news if …

Apple closes unlocked iPhone loophole for T-Mobile and Verizon financing buyers

Apple's iPhone 17 Apple has quietly shut down a popular workaround that let customers finance new iPhones through T-Mobile or Verizon while still receiving fully unlocked devices. For years, savvy buyers exploited a quirk in Apple's sales process. They could stack generous carrier promotions - like massive trade-in credits or bill credits - on installment financing through Apple's website or stores, and walk away with an iPhone that was carrier-…