Using an iPhone 4S as an iPod Touch.

[XX55XX]

Note, I've done some research into the subject and I am only looking to clarify a few details. Now, let's say that I buy a used iPhone 4S that is locked to AT&T and restore the firmware.

I know that software unlocks don't exist, so can I just buy any old AT&T SIM card to activate it and use it as a camera/PDA without any data/voice plans?

Also, if I elect to buy a factory-unlocked 4S straight from Apple, will I need a SIM card to activate it and use it?

Thank you.

 

[0dev]

Any old SIM is good enough to activate it, yeah.

 

[XX55XX]

Okay, so I can buy an AT&T micro SIM card like this one:

http://www.amazon.com/AT-T-Micro-SIM-Card/dp/B003YTSXYO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1328053373&sr=8-2

...stick it inside the phone, activate it, remove it, and use it?

 

[0dev]

Yep. I used a dead T-Mobile SIM to activate my iPhone 4 without any issues so I don't see why you can't do the same here.

 

[XX55XX]

Awesome. I'll put my order down on eBay and sell off my old digital camera then.

 

[0dev]

Mind me asking why you don't just buy an iPod touch though?

 

[XX55XX]

Mind me asking why you don't just buy an iPod touch though?

Yeah... But the iPhone 4S has such a better camera, though. I guess I could get an iPod Touch 8GB and a new Canon point and shoot for $150 less than a used 4S, but it would be nice to combine the devices...

Plus, if I need a phone in the future (I've never had a cell phone, ever), I could just open up a GoPhone plan without having to deal with buying another device.

 

[xraytech]

... Plus, if I need a phone in the future (I've never had a cell phone, ever)...

*jaw hits floor*