Whether you're a globe-trotter or just don't like to be tied down, unlocked smartphones offer a sense of freedom we can all appreciate.
And while they may appear pricier than carrier-bound phones, the customers could be paying up to $2,000 for one handset across those two years under contract.
Because unlocked handsets aren't limited to working on any one specific carrier, you can simply buy a SIM card, stick it in your device, and be good to go. No need to wait for an activation, no need to get permission from your network provider.
For those of you who jet-set for business or for personal reasons, using an unlocked quad-band world phone is especially fluid and convenient because switching carriers from country to country will be a breeze.
Here in the U.S., you can get GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile to unlock your phone after your contract is up, but we've picked some of our favorite handsets (in no particular order) that you can purchase and use wherever you go.
The Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition
When Google announced during its annual I/O conference that it would offer its own, pure Jelly Bean version of the immensely popular S4, it seemed like the best just got better for Android enthusiasts. However, if you're a TouchWhiz fan, you'll lose a lot of those UI features in this unlocked version.
The Sony Xperia Z.
Sony Xperia Z
Though announced on T-Mobile, the Xperia Z can also be purchased unlocked, directly from Sony. Slim, subtle, and sleek, the Xperia Z is one of the sexiest waterproof phones we've seen in recent memory. But while it gets points for being able to survive a dip in the pool, be mindful that it's not the fastest handset we've come across.
The HTC One Google Play Edition.
HTC One Google Play Edition
Style for style, the HTC One already has it in the bag with its all-aluminum construction. In addition, as a Google Edition handset, the One will be able to get Android updates as they happen. However, similar to Google's S4, the One won't carry any of the software goodies from its manufacturer. In this case, HTC's Sense UI, which has Zoe Share and BlinkFeed.
LG Nexus 4
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