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Cellular Data

I have just ordered a new iPad and have prepaid the cellular data on it. How can I make it actually work on the iPad? Thanks.

iPad, iOS 13

Posted on Oct 22, 2019 9:11 PM

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Daisydiaz576 wrote:

So, when I paid for the iPad on the Apple website it asked if I wanted to pay for cellular data. I clicked yes and paid it though it did not ask me for my carrier. I assumed that this would automatically put cellular data on the iPad. Am I misunderstanding ?

Actually, Apple’s website asked if you wanted to purchase the optional cellular data connection capability for your iPad. Many iPads (such as mine) use Wi-Fi only, and cannot connect to cellular data. You chose to purchase a cellular-capable iPad. Now, if you choose to use the cellular capability you purchased, it’s up to you to choose a cellular carrier and figure out how to pay for the data to the carrier you choose.

Posted on Oct 23, 2019 2:22 PM

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Oct 23, 2019 2:22 PM in response to Daisydiaz576

Be very careful - this is a good, important question.



Daisydiaz576 wrote:

So, when I paid for the iPad on the Apple website it asked if I wanted to pay for cellular data. I clicked yes and paid it though it did not ask me for my carrier. I assumed that this would automatically put cellular data on the iPad. Am I misunderstanding ?

Actually, Apple’s website asked if you wanted to purchase the optional cellular data connection capability for your iPad. Many iPads (such as mine) use Wi-Fi only, and cannot connect to cellular data. You chose to purchase a cellular-capable iPad. Now, if you choose to use the cellular capability you purchased, it’s up to you to choose a cellular carrier and figure out how to pay for the data to the carrier you choose.

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