Answer: Executing a SIM card swap is pretty simple. Just follow these steps:
- obtain the new SIM card from your carrier; iPhones use a nanoSIM card
- open up your iPhone; the process will be different depending on whether you have an iPhone 4/4s, 5/5s, or 6/6s
- remove the old SIM card and carefully insert the new one; be sure that it is inserted correctly
- close up your iPhone
Your phone will now be using the new SIM card and should work as normal. However, keep in mind that you will need to use the same mobile number associated with the new SIM card in order for people to be able to reach you. Also
What will I lose when I switch SIM cards iPhone?
Answer:
When you switch SIM cards in your iPhone, you will lose access to any phone numbers or contacts that are stored on the old SIM card. You will also lose any text messages or other data that was stored on the old SIM card. However, you will not lose any data that is stored on your iPhone itself, such as photos, apps, or other files.
Can you just switch SIM cards in iPhones?
Answer:
Yes, you can switch SIM cards in iPhones–as long as your phone is unlocked. If you have a locked phone, you’ll need to contact your carrier to request that the phone be unlocked.
Once your phone is unlocked, you can insert any SIM card into the phone and it will work. Keep in mind that if your iPhone is subsidized by a cellular carrier, unlocking it may result in you having to pay the remaining balance on the device.
What does switching a SIM card do?
Answer:
Switching a SIM card allows you to change wireless carriers without having to buy a new phone. Your phone will still work with your old carrier, but you’ll be able to use your new SIM card to access the network of your new carrier.
Will I lose my contacts if I change my SIM card on iPhone?
Answer:
This is a question we often hear from our customers. The good news is that you don’t have to worry about losing your contacts if you change your SIM card on iPhone. Your contacts are stored in the cloud, so even if you switch SIM cards, your contacts will still be there when you sign back in to iCloud on your device.