Most popular phones are compatible with Fi. To use Fi with your phone, first follow the best practices below.
- If you’re new to Fi, sign up at fi.google.com/signup.
- You can order a free SIM card during the sign up process, or purchase one at an authorized retailer.
- If you purchased a SIM card at a retail location, during sign up, you can select Bring your own phone. After you confirm that your phone is compatible with Fi, under the "We’ll send a free SIM" section, select Don’t need a new SIM.
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To get started, download the Google Fi app on your new phone at fi.google.com/app.
Supported phone models
Only unlocked devices can be used with Google Fi. If you purchased your phone through Google Fi or the Google Store, your device is unlocked.
If you aren’t sure if your phone is unlocked, you can contact your current carrier or the place where you purchased your phone. Make sure you don't owe any payments on your device. Your carrier might also have other requirements to unlock your device.
- At a minimum, all Android models must run Android 7.0 and have LTE bands 2 and 4.
- All iPhone and iPad models must run iOS 12 or higher.
- CDMA-only phones can work on Fi's LTE network. If there’s no LTE available, these devices aren't able to fall back to GSM (2G, 3G).
Designed for Fi phones are sold by Google Fi or the Google Store and give you the full Fi experience. Other phones listed as follows are Compatible with Fi.
Designed for Fi models
You have full Fi functionality on these devices:
- Calls, texts, and data on multiple major mobile 4G LTE networks or 5G on T-Mobile's network
- Pixel 4a and up connect to the Sprint network in a data-only mode when using DSDS (Fi Dual Sim).
- Samsung phones designed for Fi don’t support Sprint’s network, as Sprint is merging into T-Mobile’s network.
- Automatic connection to 2 million secure Wi-Fi hotspots
- Samsung phones designed for Fi will be able to automatically switch among millions of secure Wi-Fi connections in the coming months.
- International roaming
- An even more secure connection with Fi VPN
Designed for Fi models
- Pixel 3 and up (North American versions)
- Pixel 2 (North American and rest of world versions)
- Pixel 2 XL (North American and rest of world versions)
- Pixel Model G-2PW4100 (North American version)
- Pixel XL Model G-2PW2100 (North American version)
- Android One Moto X4 (North American versions)
- LG G7 ThinQ (unlocked North American versions sold by retailers)
- LG V35 ThinQ (unlocked North American versions sold by retailers)
- Moto G6 (unlocked North American versions sold by retailers)
- Moto G7 (unlocked North American versions sold by retailers)
- Moto G Power and Moto G Stylus (unlocked North American versions sold by retailers)
- Nexus 5X Model LGH790 (North American version)
- Nexus 6P Model H1511 (North American version)
- Nexus 6 Model XT1103 (North American version)
- Samsung Galaxy A71 5G (North American unlocked version)
- Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G and Note20 Ultra 5G (North American unlocked versions)
- Samsung Galaxy S20 5G, S20+ 5G, and S20 Ultra 5G (North American unlocked versions)
Apple models compatible with Fi
- iPhone 11
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8 and 8 Plus
- iPhone 7 and 7 Plus
- iPhone 6S and 6S Plus
- iPhone 6 and 6 Plus
- iPhone 5S
- iPhone SE
All phones must run iOS 12 or higher.
Samsung models compatible with Fi
- S10, S10+, and S10 E
- S9 & S9+
- S8, S8+, and S8 Active
- S7, S7 Edge, and S7 Active
- S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge+, and S6 Active
- Note 9
- Note 8
- J7 (2018 and 2017)
- J3 (2018 and 2017)
LG models compatible with Fi
You'll have calls, texts, and data on T-Mobile's network as well as international roaming and calls over Wi-Fi. You might be able to text over Wi-Fi.
LG V Series
- V20
- V30
- V30S
- V35 ThinQ (carrier editions)
- V40
LG G Series
- G7 ThinQ (carrier editions)
- G6
- G7 One (Android One)
LG Stylo Series
- Stylo 4
- Stylo 3
LG Budget Devices
- X Venture
- X Charge
- X Power
- K20 Plus and K30
- Aristo 2 and Aristo 2 Plus
All models must run Android 7.0 and have LTE bands 2 and 4.
Motorola models compatible with Fi
You'll have calls, texts, and data on T-Mobile's network as well as international roaming and calls over Wi-Fi. You might be able to text over Wi-Fi.
Moto Z Series
- Z3 and Z3 Play
- Z2, Z2 Play, and Z2 Force
- Moto Z
Moto G
- Moto G Power & Moto G Stylus (unlocked North American versions sold by retailers)
- G7
- G7 Power
- G7 Plus and G7 Play
- G6 Plus and G6 Play
- G5S & G5S+ (with Android O or higher)
- G5 & G5 Plus (with Android O or higher)
- G4 & G4 Plus (with Android O or higher)
Moto E Series
- E5, E5 Plus, and E5 Play
- E4
- E4 Plus
Moto One (Android One)
- Motorola One
- Motorola One Power
All models must run Android 8.0 and have LTE bands 2 and 4.
Huawei models compatible with Fi
- Honor 8
- Mate 10 Pro
- Mate 20
- Mate 20 Pro and 20 Lite
- P20 and P20 Pro
All models must run Android 7.0 and have LTE bands 2 and 4.
OnePlus models compatible with Fi
- OnePlus 6T
- OnePlus 6
- OnePlus 5T
- OnePlus 5
- OnePlus 3T*
- OnePlus 3*
Other models compatible with Fi
Nokia (Android One)
- Nokia 8 Sirocco (Android One)
- Nokia 7.1 (Android One)
- Essential PH-1
Red
- Red Hydrogen One
Xiaomi
- Mi A2 Lite
Unsupported models
- Pixel 2 (Telstra version)
- Pixel 2 XL (Telstra version)
- Pixel Model G-2PW4200 (Rest of world version)
- Pixel XL Model G-2PW2200 (Rest of world version)
- Nexus 5X Model LGH791 and LGH791F (Rest of world versions)
- Nexus 6P Model H1512 (Rest of world version)
- Nexus 6 Model XT1100 (Rest of world version)
5G models
5G is the next generation of mobile network technology that provides a faster, more stable connection with less lag. For example, with a 5G-compatible phone, you can download a high-res, full-length movie on your phone in minutes* or stream 4K videos with fewer interruptions.
Fi’s 5G network runs on T-Mobile’s nationwide 5G network. To get more details on 5G coverage where you live, enter your address or zip code in the Fi coverage map.
*5G service not available in all areas. 5G service, speed, and performance depend on many factors including, but not limited to, carrier network capabilities, device configuration and capabilities, network traffic, location, signal strength and signal obstruction. Actual results may vary. For info on Fi speeds, see our Broadband Disclosure.
Supported 5G models
Phones designed for Fi
- Samsung A71 5G
- Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G and Note20 Ultra 5G
- Samsung Galaxy S20 5G, S20+ 5G, and S20 Ultra 5G
Phones compatible with T-Mobile's 5G network will work with Fi's 5G network.
Once you sign up for Google Fi
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Make sure your phone is running the system version mentioned above. Learn how to check your Android version number and download software updates.
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Insert your Fi SIM card. If you have a Pixel 2 and up, you don't need a SIM card.
- To activate your service and transfer your number to Google Fi, download the Fi app.