At what step do you move SIM card from old device to new one?

I’m upgrading phones. I’ve read the steps on how to set up new phone from old but at what point do I move the SIM card over?

iPhone 6, iOS 12

Posted on Jul 26, 2022 01:35 PM

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Posted on Jul 26, 2022 02:02 PM

Hi AllieinAlaska,


Congrats on your new phone!


I would move the SIM card over before you power the new one on. You can essentially move it anytime, but it may require you to restart your iPhone before service kicks over to the new one (depends on the carrier).


Also, should you need it:

-> Remove or switch the SIM card in your iPhone - Apple Support

-> Set up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support



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Jul 26, 2022 02:02 PM in response to AllieinAlaska

Hi AllieinAlaska,


Congrats on your new phone!


I would move the SIM card over before you power the new one on. You can essentially move it anytime, but it may require you to restart your iPhone before service kicks over to the new one (depends on the carrier).


Also, should you need it:

-> Remove or switch the SIM card in your iPhone - Apple Support

-> Set up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support



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