Which phones are available?

Overall, AT&T has one of the best smartphone ranges in the industry, they usually offer the latest and highest quality iPhones and Android devices. Another great thing about AT&T’s wide range of devices is that they frequently run promotions that will save you a lot of money.

The majority of AT&T’s offers are accessible to both new and existing customers, with the same cost whether you’re upgrading, adding a line, or switching carriers. AT&T Next Up is a terrific, fixed offering that allows you to upgrade your phone early if you pay at least half of the total cost before upgrading.

AT&T Mobile Compatible Android Phones

• LG K51
• Samsung Galaxy A32
• Samsung Galaxy A42
• Samsung Galaxy A52
• Samsung Galaxy Note20
• Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S20
• Samsung Galaxy S20+
• Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip

AT&T Mobile Compatible iPhones

• Apple iPhone 13
• Apple iPhone 13 Pro
• Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
• Apple iPhone 13 Mini
• Apple iPhone 12
• Apple iPhone 12 Pro
• Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
• Apple iPhone 12 Mini
• Apple iPhone 11
• Apple iPhone XR
• Apple iPhone SE

Best AT&T Apple phone

iPhone 13: For most consumers in late 2021 and early 2022, the brand new iPhone 13 will be the best iOS option. While it isn’t a huge jump forward from the iPhone 12 (both are 5G and have the same basic appearance), its significantly updated processor, camera system, and massive battery life make it the flagship to beat right now. Furthermore, AT&T’s introductory offers for this gadget have been extremely competitive this year, making it even more appealing.

Best AT&T Android phone

Samsung Galaxy S21: The best Android device available at AT&T is Samsung’s latest flagship Android device – the Galaxy S21. The Galaxy S21 picks off where last year’s great S20 left off, with 5G, an updated Snapdragon 888 chipset, and a 120Hz HD+ 6.2-inch display – all at a lower price than last year’s smartphone. Because of the cheaper pricing, you may be able to get a gadget for free with a trade-in at AT&T right now.

Bring Your Own Phone

Bringing your phone to AT&T is simple if you have a compatible smartphone, and even allows you to retain your own phone number. But, when migrating to AT&T and bringing your own phone, there are a few things you need to keep in mind.

1. Check your phone’s compatibility with AT&T

Check to see if your current phone is compatible with AT&T’s network before you migrate to the network. If your smartphone isn’t compatible, you’ll be unable to use it with your new AT&T plan and will be required to purchase a new phone. A compatibility check on AT&T’s website is the best way to see if your phone is compatible with their network. In order to check compatibility, you’ll need your phone’s IMEI number, which you can get by dialing *#06# on your phone.

2. Check to see if your device is unlocked.

After you’ve determined your phone’s network compatibility, make sure it’s unlocked, which means it can accept SIM cards from other networks. For example, if your phone was purchased from Spectrum, it will only work on Spectrum Mobile’s network with Spectrum SIM card by default.
Fortunately, most carriers offer unlocking policies that allow you to unlock your phone after meeting a set of conditions, which is usually done for free. Keep in mind that each carrier’s unlock policies are different, so you’ll need to contact your carrier’s customer service to find out if your phone is eligible to be unlocked. Most frequently, your phone’s unlock eligibility is determined by factors such as tenure, plan type (postpaid vs. prepaid), and account standing.

Network Coverage

AT&T has the second-best coverage in the United States, trailing only Verizon by just 3%. AT&T’s 4G LTE network covers 68 percent of the United States, with only a few small coverage gaps strewn around the country.

Many small carriers, or MVNOs, such as Cricket Wireless and Straight Talk, even rely on AT&T’s reliable network to provide you with the same high-quality service. AT&T’s 5G network is available across the country, while its 5G+ (mmWave) network is only available through hotspots in certain cities.

If you’re considering a switch to AT&T, be sure to check out AT&T’s coverage map and find out if you have service where you live and travel regularly. This can save quite a few headaches after the fact, because minimal coverage is no fun.

AT&T 5G Network

AT&T’s 5G network presently covers around 16% of the country, although it’s still expanding. The network includes three different 5G technology variants, including:

• 5GE (5G Evolution): AT&T’s 4G LTE network has been given a new name. It’s generally available, and while you might get slightly higher speeds in some regions, 5GE employs the same technology as 4G LTE, so you should expect similar performance.
• 5G: AT&T’s 5G network uses a low-band, sub-6 spectrum that provides better coverage but slower speeds than high-frequency 5G.
• 5G+: AT&T’s 5G+ network is considered the “legitimate” 5G because it uses the high-frequency mmWave spectrum to provide the fastest speeds and lowest latency.

To use AT&T’s ever-expanding 5G network, you’ll need a 5G-compatible smartphone and an AT&T plan that works with it. If you already have an AT&T unlimited postpaid plan, you will have free access to AT&T’s 5G network. AT&T’s Unlimited Plus prepaid plan, as well as select plans through Cricket Wireless, an AT&T MVNO, are other 5G-compatible options.