Factory unlocked IMEI serial number, are they different?

**david9962000** · 02-08-2013, 08:48 PM

I purchased an unlocked IP5 at the Apple store and I wanted to check if it was really unlocked. The receipt says "GSM" model: MD295LL/A

I'm moving to Europe and I need to make sure before I leave the U.S.

Thanks.

**xikle** · 02-08-2013, 08:54 PM

I've got the same model and I'm using it on T-Mobile with no issues. I bought mine directly from the Apple store.

**linsiris** · 02-08-2013, 09:00 PM

I'm not sure what you're asking or if the subject does not match your question, but if you want to know your IMEI number go to settings --> about, there you'll find it and also you'll see your model. The IMEI (which you can use to see your iPhone lock status) and model No. are two different things.

**iDonev** · 02-09-2013, 03:43 AM

Contact forum member UnlockStreak. He (Mark) does such checks.

**Tanbam** · 02-10-2013, 02:35 AM

I've bought both an unlocked and a locked iPhone 5. The only noticible difference between the two was that the unlocked phone came with a sim card removal tool in the booklet under the plastic tray.

I also believe that iTunes gave me the your-iphone-has-been-unlocked message when I upgraded to 6.1.