Who legally owns a phone?

Once you pay it off or buy it full price on day one, it's yours. YOU own it. And if that software resides on said hardware to make it run, it should automatically become part of the hardware.

Can I buy a phone if I'm under 18?

The Law. A minor does not have the right to sign a legally binding contract of any kind, including a cell phone contract. If a 16-year-old wanted to own and operate a cell phone, she would need someone over 18 to sign the contract associated with it for her.

When you buy a phone do you own it?

Buying your smartphone – whether new or refurbished (our guide) – outright is the easiest to grasp conceptually. You buy it, it's yours. This approach, psychologically, is the one we are most accustomed to, and this kind of ownership allows you to have clarity and simplicity of the financial situation.

Can you buy a phone without a parent?

Don't do anything without your parents' permission, though. Can I buy a phone on my own if I am only 13? You can buy a phone, but you will not be able to sign a contract for service, so you would have to get a prepaid/no-contract phone.

Are cell phones private?

Question: Is your cell phone private? Yes. In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled that law enforcement agencies cannot randomly search your cell phone without a judge-issued search warrant, otherwise, it violates 4th Amendment rights.

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Can the government look through your phone?

Law enforcement agencies can often obtain this personal information without ever getting a warrant from a judge. The federal government also invokes powerful surveillance authorities to collect this information and more, including our call records, contact lists, and even the contents of our text messages and calls.

Can a 17 year old buy an iPhone?

There is no age check, requirement or restriction when buying an iPhone or any other Apple device in person at an Apple store if buying outright.

Can a 16 year old buy a contract phone?

You must be at least 18 years old

Because you need to take a credit check before you sign up, you need to be at least 18 years old to get a pay monthly or SIM only contract.

Do I own my phone after 24 months?

You just pay for it in monthly instalments throughout your contract (usually 12 or 24 months), but you don't own the phone until your contract has ended.

Can I just buy a phone and put my SIM card in it?

SIM cards are small cards that house carrier and user data within your smartphone. If you purchase a replacement phone or upgrade to a new unlocked phone, you can take out the SIM card in your old phone and pop it in the new one.

When you buy a phone from Samsung is it unlocked?

Of course, if you bought your phone directly from the manufacturer and listed it as unlocked, it would be. All phones sold directly from Google are unlocked, and many phones from other manufacturers like Samsung, OnePlus, and even Apple are sold directly, and SIM unlocked.

Can my parents take my phone at 17?

I must assume you are under the age of 18. As long as you are a minor, your custodial parent or parents are the ones responsible for you. If they determine there is some reason for you not to have a phone, they have the right to do so.

Can a 13 year old buy an Iphone?

You do need to be 18 to agree to this contract or you need a parent or guardian who can do so.

Do I need ID to buy an Iphone?

First, one of the following: driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport. You also need a second form of ID. As long as the address on your primary ID matches the address on your carrier bill, your second form of ID can be nearly anything, such as a credit card with your name on it.

What happens if you lie about your age on a phone contract?

You would be breaking the law as you'd be entering into a legal agreement with fraudulent information.

What age can you get a phone?

The average age kids get a phone is between 12 and 13. With that in mind, it's up to the parents to be the best judge of whether their child is ready for a cell phone.

How old do you have to be to get a phone with Verizon?

Re: Prepaid Service - Do I have to be 18 to have Verizon prepaid service? For both prepaid and postpaid the online agreement states you representing you are at least 18 years old.

What kind of Iphone Should a 13 year old have?

If you are an active person, I would recommend you to get 5s model as it has very convenient size, it won't be any difficulties for you to hold it. If the main purpose for you is playing games, watching videos etc, then it's better to get 6s plus model as it has bigger screen.

How old are you to get a Iphone?

All replies. Allan is correct. You must be 18 years of age to enter into a contract without a co-signer.

How old do you have to be to get a phone on a plan?

While there is no “right“ age to get a phone and plan, it is generally advisable to get a phone plan when you're over 18. By doing so, you will be able to benefit from certain perks offered by telcos, such as installment phone plans, reward systems, and many more.

Is my phone camera watching me?

The following signs may indicate that someone is using your phone's camera to watch you: Suspicious background apps. Camera misbehaving. Odd files and inexplicably low storage space.

Is the FBI watching me?

That said, the FBI is most likely not spying on you through your webcam. "As a society, we should be concerned about the increasing amount of surveillance and loss of privacy that we're experiencing," she notes.

Can police force you to unlock your phone?

If a person's device is unlocked upon arrest, the police may in some circumstances lawfully retrieve stored data. However, when the device is locked, the police may not be able to access any information. Lawful seizure of the device alone—without access to stored data—provides little to no investigative value.