Unlocked iPhone 5s now available on Apple’s Online Store in the U.S.

Apple has started selling unlocked GSM iPhone 5s on its Online Store in the U.S.

Apple had launched iPhone 5s in the U.S. in September. It has always delayed the launch of the unlocked flagship iPhone in the U.S. Last year, Apple had started selling unlocked iPhone 5 on its Online Store on November 30th.

If you visit Apple’s U.S. Online Store, you will now see an option to by a “SIM-free” iPhone 5s or iPhone 5c as you can see in the screenshot above.

The unlocked GSM iPhone 5s is available for $649, $749 and $849 for the 16GB, 32GB and 64GB models respectively. The website is currently displaying shipping estimates of 1 to 2 weeks for the unlocked iPhone 5s.

The unlocked iPhone 5s only works on GSM networks such as AT&T or T-Mobile in the U.S. It won’t work with CDMA carriers such as Verizon or Sprint.

The unlocked iPhone includes all the features of iPhone but without a wireless contract commitment. You can activate and use the unlocked iPhone on the supported GSM wireless network of your choice, such as AT&T or T-Mobile in the United States. The unlocked iPhone will not work with CDMA-based carriers, including Sprint and Verizon Wireless.

If you don’t want a multiyear service contract, or if you prefer to use a local carrier when traveling abroad, the unlocked iPhone is the best choice. If you choose T-Mobile, your iPhone comes with a T-Mobile SIM card already installed. You will need to contact T-Mobile or visit an Apple Retail Store to activate your iPhone.

Apple has been selling SIM-free iPhone 5c ever since its launch in September.