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How to activate my new SIM card on my old phone

How do I activate my new SIM card on my old phone?

Posted on Nov 19, 2022 5:17 PM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Nov 19, 2022 5:33 PM

If the SIM card is active and the old iPhone is not locked to any carrier, then it should receive cellular service almost immediately. If there is no service with the SIM card on your old iPhone, then contact your carrier and to ensure the the service is active on it.

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