Can you use an unlocked phone on Verizon's network?

[dkbrough]

Called Verizon and they said no. Is that right? If I go and buy an unlocked phone (because they don't sell the phone I want), I won't be able to use it on their network?

[Tidbits]

No you will not.  They do not allow non verizon IMEI's on their network.

[Ann154]

If this is an unlocked GSM phone, then it will never work on CDMA network used by Verizon Wireless.

[tylonrobinson]

dkbrough wrote: phone companies in maryland

Called Verizon and they said no. Is that right? If I go and buy an unlocked phone (because they don't sell the phone I want), I won't be able to use it on their network?

This is correct and is programmed into the SIM card.