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Device activation using the iOS Setup Assistant (Wireless thru a Cellular or Wi-Fi network):
- Power on the device.
- Press the Home button to begin.
- Select your language from the list.
- Select your country / region from the list.
- Choose a Wi-Fi network and, if prompted, enter the password then tap Join.
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How do I activate my T-Mobile phone?
Once you receive your SIM card in the mail, simply slip it into your phone and you’re ready to go. To activate your device, dial 1 (800) 937-8997 from a separate phone to contact T-Mobile customer service.
Can I just switch SIM cards between T-Mobile phones?
Yes. Swapping your service to another device is as simple as taking the SIM out of one device and putting it in the other.
Should I put SIM card in new phone before transferring?
Regardless of the device you’re switching from, don’t switch your SIM card until the entire transfer is complete. Before you get started, you’ll also want to make sure both your old device and your new device have at least 20 percent battery life.
Should I put my SIM card in new iPhone before transferring data?
Yes, you move the SIM card before or after you start the transfer. I personally do it before. As part of the set up process on the new phone, you will be prompted to move the data over.
Why is my phone number not transferring to my new iPhone?
If you are simply changing phones then do a carrier reset and update which is dial ##CLEAR# and press the Call button and then dial ##UPDATE# and press the Call button. If you are transferring carriers you need to provide your account number and port PIN from the old carrier to the new carrier to complete the transfer.
Why can’t ti activate SIM?
Contact your network service provider and make sure the SIM ID on the card matches the SIM ID in your account with the service provider. Insert the SIM after your account has been updated. Restart your phone again and allow the activation process to complete fully.
How do I know if my SIM card is activated?
The best way to see if the SIM is active would be to insert it into a device which has a compatible SIM card slot. The good news is inserting any older SIM card into a phone will not harm the phone in any way or change any of the settings.
Why is my phone not reading my SIM card? It could be that you’ve not inserted the SIM card correctly into your phone. This problem can also be caused by putting your phone on Airplane mode or a problem with your phone’s Android OS. There is not a one-size-fits-all solution to this issue.
How do I activate my new T-Mobile iPhone 12?
Enter the information manually
From the home screen, tap Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan. Tap Enter Details Manually at the bottom of your screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to manually enter the required information.
What happens if you switch SIM cards in iPhones?
Answer: A: If you change it for a SIM from the same carrier, nothing happens, the device continues working as before. If you change it for a SIM from another carrier and the phone is locked to the original, then it will work as a fancy iPod, none of the phone capabilities will be available.
When setting up new iPhone do I put SIM card in first?
Activate your device
If you’re setting up an iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular), you may need to insert your iPhone SIM card or iPad SIM card first.
How do I transfer my iPhone to a new iPhone?
How to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone using Quick Start
- First, turn on the new iPhone and place the old iPhone next to it.
- An animation will appear on the new iPhone’s screen.
- When you reach the Transfer Your Data screen, tap Transfer Directly from iPhone and confirm the settings and data you want to transfer.
Is the SIM card for iPhone 12 different?
There is no special SIM card for the phone.
Do you need to backup your iPhone before getting a new phone? You’ll want to make sure you have enough iCloud storage to back up all your important data. When setting up your new iPhone, you can restore your iPhone from this backup once you’ve logged into your new device with your Apple ID. During the setup process on your new iPhone, you’ll be prompted to use Quick Start.
Do you lose texts when switching iPhones? If you receive a new iPhone you can transfer the data between the two devices and not lose your text messages.
What is the purpose of a SIM card in an iPhone? The sim card holds your carrier information and connection settings as well as your mobile number. It allows the iPhone to use the cell services of the carrier from which you received the sim card. This is mostly used by GSM carriers.
Can I just put my T-Mobile SIM card in an iPhone?
Once a T-Mobile SIM card is placed into your iPhone or iPad, it should automatically install the latest Carrier Update. This will configure your device to connect to the T-Mobile network.
Can I use my old SIM card in my new iPhone 12?
How do I activate my new SIM card?
Quick steps: Activating a new SIM
- Insert the new SIM into your phone, and have the phone turned on.
- Activate your new SIM card by using its accompanying activation key (this will be included in the package).
- Use this key to activate the SIM card online.
- Wait some time, and it should be activated shortly.
When you get a new iPhone does everything Transfer?
Your photos, contacts, videos, message history, music, calendars, mail accounts, and many of your apps can all be transferred from your previous device to the new one.
What happens when you put a new SIM card in your phone?
What does a new SIM card do? Your new SIM card will connect you to your new plan, and your new carrier if you’ve switched to a different provider. The SIM card is what lets you send and receive text messages, along with receiving and making phone calls. SIM cards do not affect your phone’s storage data.
Can I activate new iPhone at home?
Connect your new iPhone to the computer using a USB cable. Make sure that iTunes is up to date and that your computer is connected to the internet. Open iTunes or Finder and click on the phone in the sidebar. Let your computer detect your phone, and the activation will start.
How do I know if my new iPhone is activated?
If you see an alert that shows “Set up as New” or “Restore from Backup,” it means your iPhone is activated. If you get an error message on your computer that says that the SIM card isn’t compatible or is invalid, contact your carrier.
How do I activate my new iPhone 13?
How do I transfer my number to a new phone T-Mobile?
Once you verify eligibility, you have the option of transferring your number(s) one of two ways: Option 1: Dial 611 or call us at 1-800-T-MOBILE when you receive your new T-Mobile phone or SIM card. We recommend this method if you need to use your current phone until your new T-Mobile phone or SIM card arrives.
How do I fix my iPhone is not activated my carrier? How to fix iPhone that is not activated contact your carrier?
- 1- Restart your iPhone.
- 2- Eject the SIM card and re-insert it.
- 3- Check for carrier’s network update.
- 4- Turn off and on the cellular network.
- 5- Switch to Wi-Fi.
- 6- Update the iPhone.
- 7- Contact your carrier.
Do I need to deactivate my old iPhone before activating my new one?
If activating a new phone, ensure the old phone is powered off and allow several minutes for the deactivation of the old phone to complete.
