[Q] Compatible network bands?

[CamCroz99]

I have an S 5 on Verizon but will be traveling and want to know what networks I can use. I want to use prepaid for places I wont have WiFi coverage for their "unlimited" data. I have found some GSM based carriers like T Mobile and Straight Talk but I am unsure if my phone will work. Also, what service should I use to unlock my phone? I found a shady one that's free but I am not too comfortable about that.

 

[bsweetness]

A) The SIM slot on your Verizon S5 is already unlocked. There is no reason to pay any service for that. All Verizon LTE phones have unlocked SIM slots out of the box.

B) The Verizon S5 will work with T-Mobile, Straight Talk, Cricket, AT&T, etc. You may not get LTE everywhere with some networks, but you'll certainly get HSPA+. All you'll need to do is make sure you have the proper APN settings for the network you're using in order to get data working properly.