'unlocked' vs. 'locked' for I-pads

[iMore Question]

I am interested in knowing what the terms 'unlocked' and 'locked' mean when used to refer to I-pads.

 

[Peligro911]

I am interested in knowing what the terms 'unlocked' and 'locked' mean when used to refer to I-pads.

Unlocked means use can use any carrier SIM card .for service ... Locked means if you buy a Ipad and it's from att the only service that will work is att .. This goes the same for iPhones as well

 

[warcraftWidow]

Afaik all iPads are sold unlocked.

 

[TiredOfPhoneWar]

They arent locked to any but when you order ipads though you can choose the carrier if you want some data