Why Unlock a Device?

Hello everyone.

I am new to the site and love it. Obviously, I am addicted to my Blackberry 8330. I have Verizon as my service provider. I have a ton of questions but one that really sticks out is regarding un-locking.

Could you guys tell me why I would want to unlock my device?
What are advantages and dis-advantages?

Any other tips anyone wants to throw out at me are welcomed.

Thank you in advance.
Alberto

Devices that are unlocked can operate on a different network than originally intended. This is the case with GSM devices, it's not so with your CDMA Curve 8330.

Hi there Alberto!
Have fun with your BB and a Merry Christmas to you. God bless YOU.
~Diffused

Again, CDMA devices can't be unlocked to work on another providers network. Not unless you have the Storm.