Unlocked phones still matter for travelers: they let you use local SIMs or eSIMs abroad, but compatibility today depends on supported LTE/5G bands and carrier policies rather than the older 2G GSM standard.
Lucent Technologies was spun off from AT&T in 1996 to focus on telecom equipment and research. It later merged with Alcatel in 2006 and was absorbed into Nokia in 2016; its legacy continues in network infrastructure and Bell Labs research.
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A modern take on choosing reliable phones: lessons from classic Nokia designs and a practical checklist for today's smartphone buyers.