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Do all iPhone SIM cards fit the same?
There are three sizes of SIM you need to think about and they’re mini, micro and nano. These are the only three SIM sizes that Apple’s iPhones have worked with over the years. For a new iPhone you’re going to be looking at a nano SIM. That and the ability to use dual SIM for multiple numbers.
Can SIM cards be swapped between iPhones?
Many people wonder if you can really just switch SIM cards on an iPhone. Yes, you absolutely can. If you intend to use a third-party SIM card, your phone must be unlocked: This won’t be a problem if you purchased your phone directly from Apple as they generally sell them unlocked.
What size SIM card does an iPhone 4S take?
MicroSIM
iPhone SIM Card Size
| iPhone Model | SIM Card Size |
|---|---|
| iPhone 3G | SIM Card |
| iPhone 3GS | SIM Card |
| iPhone 4 | MicroSIM |
| iPhone 4S | MicroSIM |
Why doesn’t my iPhone 4 have a SIM card slot?
The iPhone 4 came in 2 types. GSM and CDMA. The CDMA versions do not have a sim card and by extension no sim card slot.; These iPhone’s can only be used with the CDMA carrier they were originally sold for, and cannot be used with sim cards from GSM carriers.
Does iphone4 take Nano SIM?
The most important part of the package for recent iPhone owners is the Nano SIM to Micro SIM adapter. That’s the adapter that will allow you to use a Nano SIM in the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. If you have an iPhone 3GS, 3G, or 2G, then you can use the Standard SIM adapter.
Are iPhone SIM cards Universal?
All iPhone models — with the exception of the iPhone 4 (CDMA) (A1349) — use SIM cards, but the type and size varies significantly between models. *These models all have dual SIMs.
What type of SIM card does the iPhone 3G use?
The 3Gs iPhone uses a mini SIM card . The differences between the mostly is the amount of plastic around the contacts on the sim . The nano sim also is a little slimmer , not as thick .
Does the iPad Mini 3 have a SIM card?
* iPad mini 3 and later, iPad Air 2, and iPad Pro support Apple SIM. In some countries and regions, certain iPhone models feature an eSIM. You can activate a cellular plan on an eSIM from a carrier that supports Dual SIM . These models also have a SIM tray for a nano-SIM card—you can use a nano-SIM card from a carrier.
What should I do if my SIM card won’t fit my iPhone?
1 Identify your iPhone or iPad model. 2 Remove or switch the SIM card. 3 Damage to the SIM tray or the device caused by a modified SIM card isn’t covered by Apple’s hardware warranty. 4 If you get a new iPhone and your old SIM card won’t fit, contact your carrier to move your account to the SIM card that came with your iPhone.
Can I use a SIM card in my iPad?
These iPad models have an embedded Apple SIM that’s built into the iPad: These iPad models also have a SIM tray for a nano-SIM card—you can use a nano-SIM card from a carrier or an active Apple SIM.* These models won’t support an Apple SIM card that hasn’t been activated.