if I buy this device in CH, does it have to be unlocked first to be able to use it in the surrounding EU countries? if so - how does that work? is there still a time lock?

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Note: Don't have the device myself and don't use a similar one / only have technical understanding ;-)

As I understand it, the device has a slot for a SIM card (Micro-SIM) and is COMPATIBLE with mobile phone networks all over the world for 4G/3G etc. With the purchase of the device, you only have the "hardware", i.e. only the technical possibility, you don't sign a contract and it doesn't work without a SIM card. The device is therefore comparable to the router you have at home with a landline or cable connection, simply for mobile applications :-)

Means: The buyer additionally signs a mobile phone contract (preferably "data only") with the provider of his choice (Swisscom, etc.), gets the SIM card, inserts it into the device, done. Depending on the options of the mobile phone contract or packages he books, he now has access to the internet in Switzerland and/or abroad (roaming). Watch out: It may be necessary to take into account that the mobile provider allows "thetering" (sharing the internet connection).

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if I buy this device in CH, does it have to be unlocked first to be able to use it in the surrounding EU countries? if so - how does that work? is there still a time lock?