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Verizon Requires 365 Days of Paid Service to Unlock Phones

Verizon now mandates a full year of paid service before unlocking devices.
WHO: Verizon
WHAT: Requiring 365 days of paid service to unlock phones
WHEN: Jan 20, 2026 at 5:35 PM ET
WHERE: United States
WHY: To ensure customer loyalty and reduce device theft
Sources (2): Ars Technica, Ars Technica

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