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Sim Cards

A subscriber identity module or subscriber identification module (SIM) card is an integrated circuit that securely stores the International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) and the related key used to identify and authenticate subscribers on mobile telephony devices (such as mobile phones and computers).

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What cell phones can fit t-mobile sim cards besides t-mobile cell phones?

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there arent any. i have Verizon and my friend has t-mobile. we tried to put the sim card were me SD card goes (it didnt end well)

How do you unlock a samsung j600 to accept other sim cards?

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I think you need the PUK code. I got mine from going to the O2 website (I'm on O2) then theres a box where you type your number and it gives you a code to unlock the phone.

Are phone cards Sim cards?

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No

A phone card usually refers to a kind of charge card, something you pay with. A SIM-card is what gives a cell phone its number, it's identity.

Do sim cards work for any phone?

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SIM cards do not always work for any cell phone, as most wireless providers lock their phones to their specific network. Putting a SIM card into a cell phone locked to a different company usually triggers a service provider lock. Usually, the only way to get around this is getting the unlock code from the wireless provider it was originally used with, which they may not allow. In addition, some cell phones, usually CDMA, do not even have a slot for a SIM card.

What does GSM mean for sim cards?

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GSM stands for Global System for Mobile Communications. This type of telephone service enables anybody to access cellphone networks anywhere in the world. If you are travelling, all you need is to buy a chip called SIM card that works in the country that you're going, put it inside the card slot in your cellphone and you will be able to use your cellphone in that country.

What is a 3-in-1 SIM card?

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Its's simply a SIM card that can be adapted to different handsets. Some handsets take a mini SIM (the 'standard' SIM), some take a micro SIM and yet others use a nano SIM. SIM cards are usually sold with the ability for the user to 'pop out' the correct size SIM for their equipment.

Can sim cards be re-used for other phone plans?

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Yes, SIM cards can be reused for other phone plans, whether they are on the same network or not. If you are changing network provider, you will need to request the NAC or network access code from your current provider.

Are you able to put your already activated micro sim card in an iPhone 4?

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Yes , i phone 4 want micro sim ,Because there are now several countries where the iPhone 4 is sold unlocked, everyone can choose the best network and tariff for their needs while not tying themselves down to a long contract. There is no doubt that this is the way phones should be sold, however, buying the iPhone 4 in this way has a distinct problem all of its own: the micro-SIM card.

What carriers do unlocked dual sim cards work on?

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If you are talking about the iPhone, then no. The unlocked iPhone will ONLY be able to run on GSM networks, such as AT&T, in the US. It will not run on CDMA craaiers, such as Verizon or Sprint. This goes for all 3 2012 current iPhone models: iPohne 3GS, iPhone 4, and iPhone 4S. It may also apply to other phones ( e.g. the nexus line of phones, and the htc one S/X

Why sim cards have a cut on one edge?

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The cut mark on the corner is to avoid the misalignment of the contacts of SIM card and mobile phone cardholder pins. Pin number 1 of the SIM card to make the contact with the corresponding pin of the mobile phone. The cut mark serve as a guide for proper placement of card in mobile phones.

Does alltel wireless use sim cards?

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No Alltel uses CDMA and sim cards is GSM

What is a virtual SIM?

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Virtual Sim will allow customers to use nine different numbers through a single SIM Card.

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Are SIM Cards transferable?

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HI,

This is the good Query. If we enable the service to Transfer money from One

sim to another sim within Same Network or between different Networks, it will

be so helpful under many circumstances. For this service some charge will be taken. but the process is under processing, we may expect it soon from various

competitors in the market. Hope to get it soon.

Do o2 sim cards work in virgin phones?

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no u cant but if u chip your vodephone phone u can

Are all sim cards compatible?

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yea i have gotten several phones from att and used the same sim card for all of them, and kept the same phone number.

Does it cost any money to unblock your SIM card?

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if you mean unblock it with the PUK code, no you should just ring up your service provider and they will give you the code.

if you have had the sim blocked on purpose (if it was stolen or lost) you should just ring the phone company and they'll unblock it for free

Does a SIM card expire?

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Yes my wife's has just lost all network coverage and I am now trying to get it unlocked.

What is a usim card?

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Its a SIM card that is used for 3g network.

Are sim cards made from gold?

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Yes SIM Card contains gold. 1000 SIM Cards = 1Gram Pure Gold

Are all SIM cards alike?

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No, there are multiple sizes:

  • Full
  • Mini
  • Micro
  • Nano
  • Embedded

Where can one get free Orange SIM cards?

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There are a couple different ways one can get a free Vodafone SIM card. The best way to obtain a free SIM card is directly through the Vodafone website. You can get a free SIM card when you sign up for Pay as you Go service.

Do virgin mobile sim cards work in T-mobile phones?

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Yes,i,ve been with virgin for 6yrs,but every time i buy a new phone its t-mobile as they have a better range & cheaper & my virgin sim card works fine The only problem is the phone will have t-mobile settings but u can go on the virgin web site 4 the right settings

Your SIM card won't work in another phone how can you make it work?

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Because in the US all GSM devices (ones that require a SIM card) are SIM locked to their respective carrier (AT&T or T-mobile). Before you can use your SIM in another carrier's device you must get the SIM Unlock Code (some call it a Subsidy Unlock Code) from the service provider that the device was manufactured for and then they will also give you the instructions for inputting the code into your device.