Will firmware change also unlock phone?

[crushedlizard]

Hi, excuse my ignorance, but will flashing a locked s710 unlock it to all networks? eg a BT s710, or Orange e650.

I'm after a Vox/s710/e650 but intend on changing the firmware to manilla2d or something.
As I'm on Orange, do I need to look for an e650 or can I buy one on any network?

Thanks

[the-equinoxe]

Nope, you need to sim unlock the device.

[crushedlizard]

Ok, thanks for the quick response!