Why am I so stupid?

Wow, didn't even understand most of that, so I'm a bigger idiot than you?

Ditto above post !

No I don't think you are stupid. I think "stupid" is an unhelpful epithet in any circumstances and certainly not the correct one here. You are possibly forgetful - but that comes with the territory. Don't confuse forgetfulness with stupidity.

It is the sort of mistake we all make at some time or another. In fact if anyone told me they never made mistakes like that, I wouldn't believe them.

Can't you suggest he takes it somewhere locally to get it unlocked and you'll pay plus fares?

Nope, I don't understand what's going on either!

I've contacted the network and they will send a code to unlock it. However, it will take about 20 days (!) to do, so he may not want to wait that long. I think I'll put a note in the box for the current phone stating which network it is on, John st in case my memory lets me down again!

? Just in case, (B* predictive text!)

No you're not stupid, I did exactly the same thing a few months ago. This time when my new phone arrived I immediately asked for an unlock code, this came as you say about 20 days later - I did not realise that to unlock the phone you have to insert a SIM card from another network! I had to buy a 99p SIM card from Asda (unless you have family member on a different network, we're all on the same) inserted the SIM card put in the code and hey presto, but not so exciting, phone now unlocked so I can sell it in the future with no problem!

Whilst I understood the op, I didn't know that you could apply for an unlocking code

Stupid NonnaW never i think you are remarkable to even use ebay i wouldnt have a clue well done gal

You shouldn't beat yourself up about it - I think lots of people make mistakes like that. It's difficult keeping track of these things.

No, you are not stupid. I can't even get to grips with all the remotes we have to use with our very complicated TV set up which includes a digibox, another undefined black box beneath it and a satellite dish that wouldn't look out of place at Jodrell Bank. ( In my day the TV had 2 knobs that you actually walked up to and turned. I have never really caught up).