Cellular Data

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.

I have no idea how T-Mobile specifically works.

Did they give you a SIM card for your iPad reflecting your pre-payment?

Read the above article carefully and if doesn’t answer your question, then seek assistance from T-Mobile. But I can tell you choosing “Add a Line” cannot be the right answer.

Set up cellular data service on your Wi-Fi + Cellular model iPad - Apple Support

What does “entered my cell number” mean?

There are no instructions saying you should do anything like that.

But you said in your original post you’re going prepaid!

It asks for your phone number for a different situation- adding your iPad to an existing postpaid cellular telephone account.

“Go prepaid”.

Isn’t that exactly the action you took?

I’m glad it’s clear now.

Enjoy your new iPad!