Can you still use a deactivated phone?

You can use your deactivated phone so long as you have access to a WiFi network. You should be able to do most things like use apps, access the internet, and even text and call (if you have an iPhone).

What happens when a cell phone is deactivated?

You are able to use your phone if it is disconnected. You will not be able to use functions such as making direct calls and text messages. Outside of calls and text, all the other functions of your phones such as music and video streaming will still be available.

How do you activate a deactivated phone?

Call the carrier’s customer service phone number, or visit one of its retail stores. Alternatively, contact a different carrier and ask the representative if his company supports your phone and if so, if a representative can “flash” or re-program the device so that you can use it on the network.

Can you use a cell phone without service?

No, as the cellular data needs a carrier’s service signals to work. However, you can occasionally use free Wi-Fi when you don’t have Wi-Fi or cellular signals.

Can you transfer pictures from a deactivated phone?

Since your phone doesn’t have service, you can’t use your phone’s data plan to transfer your pictures to another device. If you have Wi-Fi in your home, however, your phone can still connect to that and you can email your photos to yourself or use a cloud-based app.

Can you use an unactivated phone with WiFi?

Originally Answered: Can you use an unactivated phone with WiFi? Yes, via WiFi.

Will a deactivated cell phone work on WiFi?

The simple answer to this is yes, you can. You can connect to WiFi using the WiFi function on your phone, even if your old phone is deactivated and doesn’t have a sim card. This is because the WiFi function on a smartphone is completely separate to the mobile network.

What happens when someone texts you when you have no service?

The sender sends the message to their carrier, where it is stored and then forwarded to the recipient’s carrier. If the recipient’s carrier cannot be reached, the message is retried for a period of time – hours at least and perhaps days.

Can old cell phones be activated?

Yes, you can, within reason. Even if a phone is not unlocked, you can generally reactivate it easily. With AT and other carriers that use SIM cards, it’s really just a matter of a new card.

Will a deactivated cell phone work on Wi-Fi?

Is it possible to use WiFi After deactivating your phone?

Yes, is you deactivated your phone or you put your phone on air mode. Then you can still use your wifi connection. Mostly people use air mode when the playing video games like Pubg etc. Its major advantage is we can’t interrupted by someone.

How do I deactivate a phone and activate another one?

Jump to solution. Re: how do i deactivate a phone and activate another one? 02-03-2015 02:54 PM If you happen to be switching from one 4G phone to another 4G phone, and they use the same size SIM card, you can simply turn off the old phone, remove the SIM card, place it in the new phone, then power it on.

Can I still use my phone if it is disconnected?

If by disconnected you mean it doesn’t have a sim card or is not currently connected to a carrier. Then yes, the phone would work basically like an iPod. You can still connect to wifi networks.

Can I still use my old phone as a camera?

A phone that’s no longer active should still work fine as a camera. Canceling service won’t render the camera inoperable. Your phone will still receive a data while connected to WiFi, similar to how a tablet works. Thus, backing up photos to Google Photos would still work with a WiFi connection.